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Which transition word best fits the sentence: I am doing a lot of exercise; ______, I’m not losing any weight.
Which transition word best fits the sentence: I am doing a lot of exercise; ______, I’m not losing any weight.
- furthermore
- in addition
- however (correct)
- consequently
Choose the correct transition word for this sentence: The Catholic Church is facing many problems right now; ______, the Pope and the clergy must resolve the child abuse reported in recent times.
Choose the correct transition word for this sentence: The Catholic Church is facing many problems right now; ______, the Pope and the clergy must resolve the child abuse reported in recent times.
- in addition
- however (correct)
- subsequently
- therefore
Select the appropriate transition word: Moving from one country to another can result in culture shock; ______, the language barrier that many immigrants face can lead to a long life of hardship.
Select the appropriate transition word: Moving from one country to another can result in culture shock; ______, the language barrier that many immigrants face can lead to a long life of hardship.
- not to mention
- that is to say
- however
- in addition (correct)
Identify the best transition word: The author's assumption doesn’t have any support; ______, she does bring up a valid point that men are unable to give birth to babies.
Identify the best transition word: The author's assumption doesn’t have any support; ______, she does bring up a valid point that men are unable to give birth to babies.
Which transition word is correct here: Lowering the taxes would bring many positive benefits; ______, people would have more money to buy things and help the economy even more.
Which transition word is correct here: Lowering the taxes would bring many positive benefits; ______, people would have more money to buy things and help the economy even more.
Which transition word indicates a contrast between two ideas?
Which transition word indicates a contrast between two ideas?
What is the purpose of using transition words in writing?
What is the purpose of using transition words in writing?
Which of the following transition words is synonymous with 'as a result'?
Which of the following transition words is synonymous with 'as a result'?
What transition word would you use to indicate a cause?
What transition word would you use to indicate a cause?
Which transition word is most appropriate for summarizing information?
Which transition word is most appropriate for summarizing information?
Which of the following is a purpose transition?
Which of the following is a purpose transition?
Choose the transition that best indicates addition.
Choose the transition that best indicates addition.
Which transition is best suited for clarifying information?
Which transition is best suited for clarifying information?
Select the transition word that signals comparison.
Select the transition word that signals comparison.
Which transition word is appropriate for presenting an example?
Which transition word is appropriate for presenting an example?
Which transition would be best to indicate a sequence of events?
Which transition would be best to indicate a sequence of events?
What transition word would you use to express an alternative option?
What transition word would you use to express an alternative option?
Which transition would NOT typically be used for summarizing purposes?
Which transition would NOT typically be used for summarizing purposes?
Select the transition that functions as a result or consequence.
Select the transition that functions as a result or consequence.
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Study Notes
Transition Words Overview
- Transition words enhance the coherence and flow of writing.
- They serve various functions: comparison, contrast, cause, purpose, options, summary, result/consequence, example, addition, conclusion, clarification, and sequence.
Categories of Transition Words
Compare
- Similarity indicators: "in the same way," "likewise."
Contrast
- Contrast indicators: "but," "however," "on the other hand," "nevertheless," "yet."
Cause
- Causal indicators: "because," "since," "for that reason."
Purpose
- Purpose indicators: "for this reason," "in order to," "so that."
Options
- Alternatives: "or," "otherwise," "instead."
Summary
- Summary indicators: "in summary," "to recap," "to sum up," "in short."
Result/Consequence
- Result indicators: "as a result," "consequently," "therefore," "thus."
Example
- Example indicators: "for example," "for instance," "to illustrate."
Addition
- Addition indicators: "additionally," "moreover," "furthermore," "in addition."
Conclusion
- Conclusion indicators: "in conclusion," "to conclude," "last but not least."
Clarification
- Clarification indicators: "that is," "in other words."
Sequence
- Sequence indicators: "first," "next," "last," "finally," "afterward."
Low-Level vs. Upper-Level Transition Words
- Low-level words are simpler and more commonly used (e.g., "because," "also," "yet").
- Upper-level words add sophistication to writing (e.g., "however," "furthermore," "consequently").
Practical Examples
- Example of contrast: "I studied a lot but didn’t pass the exam."
- Example of alternative: "Hurry up or you will have to take a taxi."
Practice Instructions
- Engage with transition word exercises by selecting the appropriate word to fit the context.
- Enhance writing skills by understanding the function of each transition word.
Additional Notes
- Transition words are essential for structuring essays, reports, and other forms of writing.
- They help guide readers through arguments and enhance the overall clarity of the text.
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