Katrina should run for her city council. She is passionate about her city. Moreover, ________________.

she is well-known and liked by her neighbors.

How can transition words help your writing?

Transition words make it clear how your ideas relate.

Which of the following sentences uses the word “simultaneously” correctly?

The acrobat simultaneously juggled three balls and hula-hooped.

________. Nonetheless, Greg and Deborah found themselves paddling around the fountain’s shallow pool.

The public garden’s rules stated that visitors were not allowed to swim

Which of the following passages uses the word “meanwhile” correctly?

The mayor supported a new swimming pool. Meanwhile, the citizens opposed

Complete this sentence: My older brother is the funniest person I know. For instance,

he can make our mother laugh just by rolling his eyes.

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Transition Formative Practice

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1
I was just getting over the flu. ________, I went in to school to take the SAT
immediately
first
then
nevertheless
2
Katrina should run for her city council. She is passionate about her city. Moreover, ________________.
she is timid and dislikes crowds.
she doesn’t really like hard work.
she is often misinformed.
she is well-known and liked by her neighbors.
3
When would it be appropriate to use the following transitional phrase? "As a result"
compare/ contrast
sequence
emphasize
cause and effect
4
________, Jean painted her room. Then, she bought a new dresser.*
Finally
First
on the other hand
specifically
5
I could really go for some Chinese food for dinner. ________, pizza would be great, too.
on the other hand
moreover
in addition to
nevertheless
6
How can transition words help your writing?
Transition words make it clear how your ideas relate.
I often feel myself longing for sleep when he speaks
Transition words add complexity to your ideas.
Transition words make your ideas harder to follow.
7
Mr. Lopez gave an exam second period. ________ he graded it during third period.
simultaneously
first
nevertheless
then
8
Which of the following sentences uses the word “simultaneously” correctly?
“I feel simultaneously,” she announced, “so I can’t stay for dinner."
The acrobat simultaneously juggled three balls and hula-hooped.
Simultaneously, he ate the candy. Then, he had a toothache.
I had breakfast and simultaneously had dinner afterwards.
9
___________ I get a bag or bucket for my candy ___________ I am expecting to collect lots of candy tonight
Finally, moreover
however, then
first, since
as a result, before
10
When would it be appropriate to use the following transitional phrase? "On the other hand"
sequence
compare/ contrast
cause and effect
emphasize
11
________. Consequently, I was late to the surprise party
I love surprise parties
I missed the bus
I left an hour early
I am always on time
12
________. Nonetheless, Greg and Deborah found themselves paddling around the fountain’s shallow pool.
The public garden’s rules stated that visitors were not allowed to swim
Greg and Deborah desperately wished to swim in the public garden’s fountain
Greg and Deborah were always rebellious
Greg and Deborah wore their swimsuits to the public gardens.
13
Anna and I are a lot alike. Anna enjoys learning about the solar system. Similarly,
I disklike the dark
Anna goes to bed early
I enjoy studying the stars
I am a vegetarian
14
Which of the following passages uses the word “meanwhile” correctly?
The mayor supported a new swimming pool. Meanwhile, the citizens opposed
I ran to the store for more napkins. Meanwhile, “I’ll be back!” I shouted
I met my grandfather at the station. Meanwhile, I had missed him.
My cousin often sleepwalks. Meanwhile, she thinks it is because of dreams.
15
Complete this sentence: My older brother is the funniest person I know. For instance,
he recently became afraid of his own shadow.
he’s often crying and unhappy.
he can make our mother laugh just by rolling his eyes.
I often feel myself longing for sleep when he speaks.

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