Transitions
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English
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8th Grade
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Vikki Marquez
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Transitions are words or phrases that link one thought to the other. It can lead the reader from one sentence and one paragraph to another in a logical and sensible way.
This means that it can be made within paragraphs or between paragraphs so that ideas run smoothly.
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A dog shows loyalty by walking with you, listening when you talk, and thinking you're the best human in the world. Additionally, dogs are always happy to see you even when you are gone for 20 minutes.
Students should attend class. Otherwise, they may lose their position.
Even though the book is difficult to read, it is very interesting.
Houseplants require much care and attention. Similarly, outdoor plants must be cared for properly.
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You will complete sorting through transitions. After each transition sort, add them to your transition notes.
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Categorize
therefore
as a result
consequently
since
for that reason
thus
although
yet
on the other hand
otherwise
nevertheless
on the contrary
in addition
furthermore
moreover
too
also
and
Organize these transitions into the right categories then add them to your transition notes
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Categorize
After
Following
In the meantime
During
When
While
more importantly
more critical still
primarily
most signficantly
even more vital
most essential
to illustrate
for example
as an illustration
this is proven by
as is evidenced by
this can be seen when
Organize these transitions into the right categories then add them to your transition notes
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Categorize
finally
in short
lastly
ultimately
all in all
in sum
to clarify
to explain
in other words
simply put
that is to say
simply stated
likewise
similarly
in the same way
much like
in similar fashion
along the same lines
Organize these transitions into the right categories then add them to your transition notes
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Multiple Choice
Regular exercise _____ good nutrition will ensure a long and healthy life.
without
in addition to
because
therefore
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Multiple Choice
I wear reading glasses; ___, I hate how I look in them.
furthermore
however
therefore
because
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Multiple Choice
I didn't have time to study for the test; ___, I got a bad grade.
consequently
however
nevertheless
because
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Multiple Choice
This transition word introduces one or more examples of an idea that was just mentioned.
Despite
However
Such as
Simultaneously
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Multiple Choice
This transition word indicates that an example is about to come.
Consequently
Nonetheless
In conclusion
For instance
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Multiple Choice
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.
As a result
For example
Instead
In conclusion
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Multiple Choice
My feet were already hurting; ___, I kept walking up the hill.
therefore
consequently
nevertheless
furthermore
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Multiple Choice
Fill in the blank with the best transition.
Jaden is an excellent long distance runner. ________, his cousin Anthony is better with short distances.
Therefore
Otherwise
However
In addition
Transitions are words or phrases that link one thought to the other. It can lead the reader from one sentence and one paragraph to another in a logical and sensible way.
This means that it can be made within paragraphs or between paragraphs so that ideas run smoothly.
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