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What type of word is 'however'?
What type of word is 'however'?
- A conjunction
- A transitional phrase (correct)
- An adverb
- A preposition
What is the purpose of transitional words and phrases?
What is the purpose of transitional words and phrases?
- To connect ideas between sentences (correct)
- To introduce a contrasting idea
- To add emphasis to a sentence
- To conclude a paragraph
Which of the following words is used to show a cause-and-effect relationship?
Which of the following words is used to show a cause-and-effect relationship?
- Therefore (correct)
- Moreover
- Similarly
- Additionally
What is the function of words like 'first', 'second', and 'finally'?
What is the function of words like 'first', 'second', and 'finally'?
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What do transitional words and phrases help to do?
What do transitional words and phrases help to do?
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Study Notes
Transitional Words and Phrases
- Transitional words and phrases connect ideas, express relationships, and signal the reader of the direction of the text.
- Chronology words and phrases show the order of events: before, after, next, first, second, etc.
- Comparison words and phrases show similarities: likewise, compared to, similarly, also, in addition, for example, in general, generally, etc.
- Contrast words and phrases show differences: however, on the other hand, in contrast, although, yet, while, in spite of, etc.
- Cause and effect words and phrases show the relationship between events: therefore, so, thus, as a result, since, because, etc.
- Concluding words and phrases summarize the main ideas: in conclusion, in summary, finally, therefore, to conclude, to summarise, etc.
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Test your understanding of transition words and phrases used to compare, contrast, and show cause and effect in written and spoken language. Identify the correct usage of words and phrases like 'however', 'in addition', 'similarly', and more.
