Vocabulary
Shadae likes to watch movies. _______________, he enjoys romantic comedies and action films.
a. To illustrate
b. More specifically
c. Similarly
d. For example
What is more specifically?
Ryan is a history buff and loves social studies class; ____ Gabi is quite analytical and prefers pre-algebra class.
a. For example
b. In addition
c. On the other hand
d. Similarly
What is On the other hand?
AJ has a busy day tomorrow. First, he will take melatonin instead of vitamins. Next, he will talk to his friends about football. Finally, he will draw a picture in specialized reading that will hang on Ms. Caione's wall for the next fifty years.
What is first, then, and finally?
"In addition" is used to...
a. show time
b. show cause and effect
c. compare or contrast
d. support a main idea
support a main idea
Zulmy and Rayanne's bowling team had a great season and, ______, all the players were supportive of one another.
a. furthermore
b. in addition
c. eventually
d. in conclusion
What is furthermore?
_______________ Gabi's superb sense of humor, she nominated herself for Rogers Park Comedian of the Year award.
a. Furthermore
b. Consequently
c. Hence
d. Due to
What is due to?
Ambriel is a very kind and generous person. ____, she helps her friends with their work when they have a hard time in class.
a. For example
b. As a result
c. Specifically
d. Additionally
What is For example
Both Jacob and Rayanne are friendly individuals. However while Jacob tends to be loquacious, Rayanne is quieter and more reserved.
What is however?
"On the other hand" is used to
a. show time
b. show cause and effect
c. compare or contrast
d. support a main idea
compare or contrast
__________ to her legendary football skills, Ms. Paykin has a gift for basketball (and could slam dunk over Jacob and AJ's heads ).
a. For example
b. Meanwhile
c. In addition
d. Specifically
What is in addition
At the end of the school day, Zulmy often feels exhausted. _______________, she drinks a cup of coffee as soon as she get home.
a. As a result
b. Eventually
c. Furthermore
d. In addition
What is as a result?
Michael Scott is not superstitious, ____, he is a little stitious.
a. In spite of
b. However
c. On the other hand
d. Consequently
What is However
AJ takes great care of his dog. For example, he walks his dog every day. Furthermore, he trains his dog and gives him treats.
What is for example and furthermore?
"However" is used to...
1. show order or sequence
2. show cause and effect
3. compare and contrast
4. summarize
compare and contrast
The next showing of the movie Ryan, Shadae, and Jacob want to see is two hours from now. _____, they are going to browse stores in the mall.
a. Furthermore
b. Maybe
c. After that
d. In the meantime
What is in the meantime?
Zulmy and Rayanne worked diligently in Ms. Clifford's class every day. _______________, they received As and felt proud of herself.
a. eventually
b.initially
c.consequently
d.furthermore
What is consequently?
I am on a "seafood" diet. ____, I see food and I eat it.
a. Furthermore
b. More specifically
c. Therefore
d. Additionally
What is More specifically
Gabi really likes candy. Therefore, she ate all of Ms. Caione's halloween candy.
What is therefore?
"Indeed" is used to...
1. show time or sequence
2. show position or place
3. show similarity
4. emphasize
emphasize
AJ and Shadae went to the Danbury mall to buy new clothes. _____, none of the stores had what they wanted.
a. Unfortunately
b. Finally
c. In fact
d. Of course
What is Unfortunately?
Ryan wants to be a master of kung fu. _______________, after many years of studying, he will earn his black belt.
a. eventually
b. consequently
c. furthermore
d. initially
What is eventually?
Zulmy and Shadae really like spicy foods. ____, they like jalapeño takis.
a. Likewise
b. However
c. Second
d. Specifically
What is specifically?
Speaking two languages has many benefits. For example, students who know two languages may eventually outperform students who only know one language. Another reason is that students who are bilingual have greater self-esteem, creativity, and problem solving skills. In addition, being bilingual is a great resume booster.
What is for example, another reason, and in addition?
"Consequently" is used to...
1. support a main idea
2. show cause and effect
3. compare and contrast
4. show order or sequence
show cause and effect
Jacob likes to watch Netflix. _______________, she enjoys the television show, Paw Patrol.
a. More specifically
b. In addition to
c. As a result of
d. Despite
What is More specifically?