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Transitional Sentences Quiz

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 16mins

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1.

Which of the following transitional phrases is best used to show contrast?

a)

In addition

b)

For instance

c)

However

d)

Furthermore

2.

Choose the sentence that effectively uses a transitional sentence to connect two ideas.

a)

I love to read. It's raining outside.

b)

I love to read; therefore, I'm going to the library.

c)

I love to read, but I don't have any books.

d)

I love to read because it's raining outside.

3.

What is the primary purpose of using transitional sentences in writing?

a)

To add more details to the topic

b)

To correct grammatical errors

c)

To connect ideas smoothly

d)

To introduce new topics

4.

Which transitional phrase would best be used to add information?

a)

On the other hand

b)

In addition

c)

Despite this

d)

Although

5.

Identify the sentence that correctly revises the following pair of sentences to include an effective transitional phrase: "She didn't study for the test. She still passed."

a)

She didn't study for the test, yet she still passed.

b)

She didn't study for the test, and she still passed.

c)

She didn't study for the test, so she still passed.

d)

She didn't study for the test, but she still passed.

6.

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of transitional sentences?

a)

To provide examples

b)

To show time sequence

c)

To express an opinion

d)

To compare two ideas

7.

Choose the option that best creates an effective transitional sentence for the following scenario: "First, we will gather data. Then, we will analyze the data."

a)

First, we will gather data. In addition, we will analyze the data.

b)

First, we will gather data. Subsequently, we will analyze the data.

c)

First, we will gather data. Despite this, we will analyze the data.

d)

First, we will gather data. For example, we will analyze the data.

8.

Which transitional word is best used to show cause and effect?

a)

Therefore

b)

Moreover

c)

Similarly

d)

Conversely

9.

Identify the sentence that effectively uses a transitional phrase to indicate a conclusion.

a)

In conclusion, the evidence clearly supports our hypothesis.

b)

For instance, the evidence clearly supports our hypothesis.

c)

In addition, the evidence clearly supports our hypothesis.

d)

Meanwhile, the evidence clearly supports our hypothesis.

10.

Choose the sentence that needs a transitional phrase to improve clarity.

a)

I went to bed early. I was still tired in the morning.

b)

I went to bed early; therefore, I was refreshed in the morning.

c)

Despite going to bed early, I was still tired in the morning.

d)

I went to bed early, so I was not tired in the morning.

11.

(a)   words help your reader know that you are moving onto a new point/paragraph.

12.

Jessie wants to combine the ideas in sentence 9 and 10. In the space provided, write a new sentence that combines these ideas in a clear and effective way.

4 lines
13.

Fill in the blank with a fitting transition.


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

14.

Where would this transitional word go in an essay?


In summary,

a)

beginning

b)

middle

c)

end

15.

Why is it important to use transitional phrases in an essay?

a)

To increase the word count of the essay

b)

To introduce the main argument of the essay

c)

To provide evidence supporting the essay's claims

d)

To help the flow of ideas and connect paragraphs smoothly

16.

A student is writing an essay about going on a school field trip. Read the sentences from the essay. Circle the underlined transitional word or phrase that best completes each sentence.

When going on a field trip, there is one tip you need to remember above all else: wear

comfortable shoes. ( Apparently / On the contrary / All too often ), students wear shoes that look good but are not appropriate for walking all day.

a)

Apparently

b)

On the contrary

c)

All too often

17.

A student is writing an essay about going on a school field trip. Read the sentences from the essay. Circle the underlined transitional word or phrase that best completes each sentence.

As a result, students’ feet become sore

and tired. ( Besides / In fact / Even so ), students still have fun and look forward to the next field trip.

a)

Besides

b)

In fact

c)

Even so

18.
What is the correct way to combine sentences 9 and 10?
(9) It connects your brain to your spinal cord. (10) Which connects to most of the nerves in your body.

a)
It connects your brain to your spinal cord, this connects to most of the nerves in your body. 
b)
Connecting your brain to your spinal cord and then to most of the nerves in your body.
c)
Connecting your brain to your spinal cord. It connects to most of the nerves in your body.
d)
It connects your brain to your spinal cord, which connects to most of the nerves in your body. 
19.
To start out a paragraph, we should use a...
a)
... transitional phrase.
b)
.... comma.
c)
.... conclusion.
20.

What is the purpose of using transitional phrases in an essay?

a)

To increase the word count without adding value

b)

To introduce humor and keep the essay light-hearted

c)

To connect ideas and ensure the essay flows smoothly

d)

To contradict the main arguments presented in the essay