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Transitions

Total questions: 45

Worksheet time: 2hrs 44mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
To show a chronological event (movement in time), use a transition like:
a)
also, another, like, too, in comparison
b)
first, next, before, now, finally
c)
besides, in addition, for example, furthermore
d)
as a result, because, since, so , therefore
2.
To show an addition (more information), use a transition like:
a)
obviously, clearly, evidently
b)
as a result, because, since, so
c)
besides, for example, furthermore
d)
but, yet, although, though
3.
To show cause and effect (how and why things happen), use a transition like:
a)
besides, for example, also, furthermore
b)
first, next, before, later, finally
c)
also, another, like, in comparison
d)
as a result, since, consequently, because
4.
To show an ending, use a transition like:
a)
for instance, such as, like
b)
finally, in conclusion, lastly
c)
although, furthermore, besides
d)
first, next, later, after
5.
To show an example (detail), use a transition like:
a)
like, such as, for example, for instance
b)
finally, lastly, in conclusion
c)
but, yet, although, though
d)
also, another, in comparison, too
6.
You can come with us if you are ready; ___________, you will have to ride the bus.
a)
nevertheless
b)
similarly
c)
moreover
d)
otherwise
7.
Andrew and Leo wanted to make honor roll this nine weeks; _________ they made sure to ask their teachers how they could raise their grades.
a)
for instance,
b)
as a result,
c)
however,
d)
in addition,
8.
One C+ kept Yelitza from honor roll first quarter; ____ she's working extra hard this quarter to get all As and Bs.
a)
therefore,
b)
on the other hand,
c)
in addition,
d)
furthermore,
9.
Brayan's writing is really distinct; ______ I can hear his voice when I read the words he chooses.
a)
simultaneously,
b)
equally important,
c)
in other words,
d)
despite that,
10.
Carlos started the year with low beginning grades; ______ he worked hard at home and pulled up all of his grades by the end of the nine weeks.
a)
however,
b)
furthermore,
c)
for example,
d)
in addition,
11.
(At the end of an essay:)
______________ the more educated a person is, the more choices he will have in a career.
a)
Otherwise,
b)
Meanwhile,
c)
In conclusion,
d)
Likewise,
12.
To show contradiction (opposite), use a transition like:
a)
first, next, before, now, finally
b)
as a result, because, since, so
c)
since, while, like
d)
however, but, although, conversely
13.
Why do we use transitions?
a)
To make us mess up
b)
To make the writing flow
c)
to be mean
d)
Because we want to
14.
_______ they tried hard, the students could not complete the project in time.
a)
Although
b)
Despite
c)
First
15.
____________I didn't like to spend time reading in class, but I enjoy it now.
a)
next
b)
eventually
c)
overall
d)
initially
16.
________ you put the cheese on your crust, don't forget to lather it with marinara sauce.
a)
Next
b)
Before
c)
Initially
d)
Later
17.
(at the end of an essay)
______________ the more educated a person is, the more choice he or she will have in a career.
a)
Otherwise,
b)
Meanwhile,
c)
In conclusion,
d)
Likewise,
18.
______, Jean painted her room.  Then, she bought a new dresser.
a)
Specifically
b)
First
c)
Truly
d)
So
19.
Most animals sleep like people do; they lie down. ____________ birds and horses sleep while standing up!
a)
For example
b)
Likewise
c)
However
d)
Where
20.
A good homework space is well-lit, with paper and pencils. _________, it is quiet and distraction free.
a)
However
b)
In addition
c)
All in all
d)
Although
21.
My brother is my best friend. He is always willing to go the extra mile to help me. ______, the other day he helped me study until 1:00 AM.
a)
For example
b)
Additionally
c)
As a result
d)
Furthermore
22.
Why do we use transitions?
a)
To make us mess up
b)
To make the writing flow
c)
to be mean
d)
Because we want to
23.
Karen is rich; ___, her cousin Kate is poor.
a)
therefore
b)
however
c)
otherwise
24.
You'd better take a taxi. ___, you'll arrive late.
a)
Consequently
b)
Furthermore
c)
Otherwise
25.
I enjoy reading this new magazine. ___, it has good articles.
a)
Moreover
b)
Nonetheless
c)
However
26.
 Jack wasn't tired. ___, he took a nap
a)
Otherwise
b)
Hence
c)
Nonetheless
27.
Phil was not thirsty; ___, he drank five glasses of water.
a)
however
b)
moreover
c)
furthermore
28.
The kids didn't study. ___, they failed the course.
a)
Therefore
b)
Nonetheless
c)
Otherwise
29.
The weather was terrible. ___, we decided to delay our trip.
a)
Furthermore
b)
Besides
c)
Therefore
30.
You must buy the tickets; ___, we won't be able to see that play.
a)
otherwise
b)
although
c)
besides
31.
We live in the same building; ___, we hardly see each other.
a)
however
b)
therefore
c)
furthermore
32.
That house isn't big enough for us, and ___, it's too expensive.
a)
furthermore
b)
hence
c)
although
33.
We have plenty of money and workers; ___, we hope to finish the house remodeling soon.
a)
nevertheless
b)
unless
c)
thus
34.
She's extremely rich; ___, she's not snobbish.
a)
hence
b)
however
c)
otherwise
35.

Finish the second sentence. My older brother is the funniest person I know. For instance,

a)

he's often crying and unhappy.

b)

he recently became afraid of his own shadow.

c)

he can make our mother laugh just by rolling his eyes.

d)

I often feel myself longing for sleep when he speaks.

36.

Choose the correct sentence goes before the following sentence. ____________. Nonetheless, Gregg and Deborah found themselves paddling around the fountain's shallow pool.

a)

Greg and Deborah desperately wished to swim in the public garden's fountain.

b)

The public garden's rules clearly stated that visitors were not allowed to swim in the fountain.

c)

Greg and Deborah wore their swimsuits to the public gardens.

d)

Greg and Deborah were always rebellious.

37.

Choose the correct sentence goes before the following sentence. ____________. Consequently, I was late to the surprise party.

a)

I love surprise parties.

b)

I'm always on time.

c)

I missed the bus.

d)

I left an hour early.

38.

Finish the second sentence. My neighbor, Ms. Ramirez, is a little goofy. Indeed, she

a)

often leads me a hammer or wrench when I need it.

b)

insists on decorating her house with silly signs on Groundhog Day.

c)

sometimes lets her dog into our yard.

d)

usually comes home late.

39.

Which of the following sentences uses the word "meanwhile" correctly?

a)

I quickly ran to the store for more napkins. Meanwhile, "I'll be back!" I shouted, to my unconcerned guests as I hurried out the door.

b)

I met my grandfather at the station. Meanwhile, I had really missed him.

c)

My cousin often sleepwalks. Meanwhile, she thinks it is because of her realistic dreams.

d)

The mayor supported building a new swimming pool. Meanwhile, the town's citizens opposed the plan.

40.

Which of the following sentences uses the word "meanwhile" correctly?

a)

I quickly ran to the store for more napkins. Meanwhile, "I'll be back!" I shouted, to my unconcerned guests as I hurried out the door.

b)

I met my grandfather at the station. Meanwhile, I had really missed him.

c)

My cousin often sleepwalks. Meanwhile, she thinks it is because of her realistic dreams.

d)

The mayor supported building a new swimming pool. Meanwhile, the town's citizens opposed the plan.

41.

Which of the following sentences uses the word "simultaneously" correctly?

a)

I had breakfast and simultaneously had dinner afterwards.

b)

"I feel simultaneously," she announced, "so I can't stay for dinner."

c)

The acrobat simultaneously juggled three balls and hula-hooped.

d)

Simultaneously, he ate the candy. Then, he had a toothache.

42.

Finish the last sentence. Anwita and I are a lot alike. Anwita enjoys learning about the solar system. Similarly,

a)

I enjoy studying the stars.

b)

I dislike the dark.

c)

Anwita goes to bed early.

d)

I'm vegetarian.

43.

Finish the sentence. Ronnie walked to the grocery store despite

a)

wearing very sensible walking shoes.

b)

desperately needing more bananas.

c)

planning to cook dinner later that day.

d)

the threat of rain.

44.

Finish the last sentence. Katrina should run for her city council. She is passionate about her city. Moreover,

a)

she doesn't like hard work.

b)

she is well known and liked by her neighbors.

c)

Anwita goes to bed early.she is timid and dislikes crowds.

d)

she is often misinformed.

45.

Finish the last sentence. Bees are an important part of our ecosystem and are truly invaluable. In sum,

a)

I have more questions about bees.

b)

let me tell you more about bees.

c)

we should work to protect bees.

d)

let's continue exploring how bees buzz.

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