Essay Transitions
Parts of an Essay
Perspectives
100

This conjunctive adverb has the following definition: 

in addition; besides (used to introduce a fresh consideration in an argument)

Furthermore

100

The opening of an essay or speech, which typically identifies the topic, arouses interest, and prepares the audience for the development of the thesis.

Introduction Paragraph 

100

Uses words like “I,” “my,” “me,” or “we.”

First Person Perspective/POV

200

This conjunctive adverb has the definition of: 

"Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has been said previously."

However 

200

It's the last paragraph of your essay or any other college pager, summarizing its thesis and arguments. It helps readers see why your essay should matter to them

Conclusion 

200

Uses words like “you,” “your,” or “us.”  

Second person perspective/POV

300

This conjunctive adverb has the definition of: 

"After a long time, typically involving difficulty or delay."

Finally

300

These paragraphs are the part of an essay, report, or speech that explains and develops the main idea (or thesis).

Body paragraphs

300

Uses words like “she,” “his,” or “they.”

Third person perspective/POV

400

This conjunctive adverb has the definition of: 

"Undoubtedly; definitely; surely."

Certainly 

400

This is a way of planning the structure of your essay before you start writing. It involves writing quick summary sentences or phrases for every point you will cover in each paragraph, giving you a picture of how your argument will unfold.

Outline 

400

This is a common form of third-person narration in which the teller of the tale, who often appears to speak with the voice of the author himself, assumes an all-knowing perspective on the story being told: diving into private thoughts, narrating secret or hidden events.

Third-Person Omniscient perspective/POV 

500

This conjunctive adverb has a definition of: 

"As a result."

Consequently

500

This is a one or two sentence encapsulation of your paper's main point, main idea, or main message.

Thesis statement

500

This point of view has a neutral narrator that is not privy to characters' thoughts or feelings.

Third-Person Objective Perspective/POV