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Transitions

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Fill in the blank with the best transition.


Jaden is an excellent long distance runner. ________, his cousin Anthony is better with short distances.

a)

Therefore

b)

Otherwise

c)

However

d)

In addition

2.

Fill in the blank with the best transition.


You'd better take the bus. ___, you'll get to game late.

a)

Otherwise

b)

Consequently

c)

Furthermore

d)

Therefore

3.

Fill in the blank with the best transition.


Jackie didn't have a sweet tooth. ___, she baked a decadent lemon cake.

a)

Therefore

b)

Nevertheless

c)

Otherwise

d)

In other words

4.

Fill in the blank with the best transition.


Tomas and Mike had planned to play Fortnite after school. ________, the brothers helped their abuela prepare a delicious dinner.

a)

As a result

b)

For example

c)

Instead

d)

In conclusion

5.

This transition word indicates that an example is about to come.

a)

Consequently

b)

Nonetheless

c)

In conclusion

d)

For instance

6.

This transition word introduces one or more examples of an idea that was just mentioned.

a)

Despite

b)

However

c)

Such as

d)

Simultaneously

7.

This transition word means that a statement is very much like the previous statement.

a)

Despite

b)

However

c)

Similarly

d)

Consequently

8.

Fill in the blank with a fitting transition.


Overripe bananas might look bruised. (a)   , they taste extra sweet and are perfect for baking.

9.

Fill in the blank with a fitting transition.


Mr. West left the loaf of zucchini bread on the counter overnight. (a)   , the loaf was dry and stale by morning.

10.

Select your favorite transition to illustrate contrast from the list below.


May the best transition win!

a)

Even though

b)

Still

c)

Although

d)

Otherwise

e)

However