Fill in the Blanks
I was hungry,____ I made a sandwich
so
Transitions like first, next, finally are all what type of transition word?
Sequence/Order
I was tired. I finished my work (Add a transition word)
I was tired. Still, I finished my work.
Which transition means to add information?
Additionally, in addition, also, furthermore
In this sentence: "______ we must respect each other's opinions." What transition can be used here to show emphasis?
above all/most importantly/ certainly
We planned to go to the beach;____ it started to rain.
however/unfortunately
What type of transitions are for example, for instance
Example/Illustration
We visited Tobago. We went hiking. We swam in the sea. (Make smooth).
We visited Tobago. First, we went hiking. Then, we swam in the sea.
Which transition means to show contrast?
On the contrary, in contrast, on the other hand, however
We wanted to play outside. ____, it started to rain, so we stayed indoors. What's the best transition?
Unfortunately/However
She studied very hard; she passed the exam.
Therefore/as a result
What type of transitions are as a result, therefore?
Cause and effect
She wanted to attend the party. She was not invited. (Fix)
She wanted to attend the party. However, she was not invited.
Which transition means to give an example?
for example, for instance
I woke up late. ____, I missed the bus. _____ I was late for school. Fill in the blanks
As a result, Consequesntly
I enjoy reading;_______ my brother prefers video games.
on the other hand
What type of transition is however, on the contrary?
Contrast
He enjoys football. He enjoys cricket.
He enjoys football. Moreover, he enjoys cricket.
Which transition means to show result or consequence?
therefore, as a result
Trinidad is known for Carnival. ______, Jamaica is famous for reggae music.
Similarly
We need sugar, flour, and eggs,_____ we must buy butter for the cake.
in addition/also
What type of transition is indeed, in fact?
The power went out. We lit candles. We told stories. We went to sleep. (smooth flow)
The power went out. So, we lit candles. After that, we told stories. Finally, we went to sleep.
Which transition means to emphasize or highlight something important?
indeed/ in fact
She studied all week. ____, she was confident for the exam. ____, she scored the highest mark in class.
As a result, in fact