Transitions
and
Justifiers
“Good writers are those who
keep the writing efficient.”
Moving you from Idea to Idea!
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Transitions
and
Justifiers
“Good writers are those who
keep the writing efficient.”
Using transitional
words and phrases
will help your
SENTENCE FLUENCY
and add to the
overall ORGANIZATION
of your piece.
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Transitions
and
Justifiers
“Good writers are those who
keep the writing efficient.”
Transitions are phrases or words
used to connect one idea to the
next.
TRANSITIONS
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Transitions are used by the
writer to help the reader
progress from one idea to the
next idea.
Transitions also show the relationship
within a paragraph (or even within a
sentence) between the main idea and the
support the writer gives for those ideas.
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Transitions
and
Justifiers
“Good writers are those who
keep the writing efficient.”
Can begin a sentence or join
two sentences with a semicolon (;)
TRANSITIONS
Write On!
Are usually followed by a
comma (,)
Transitions are phrases or words used to
connect one idea to the next.
Different transitions do different things....
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Justifiers
Types of Transitions
Intro/Summary
Introductions:
Summary:
first of all
in sum
in the first place
initially
in brief
to sum up
in short
in summary
primarily
in summation
to begin
to begin with
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Types of Transitions
Addition
furthermore
additionally
equally important
moreover
too
not to mention
also
again
in addition
even more
further
besides
to say nothing of
as a matter of fact
not only …, but also …
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Types of Transitions –
Time Order
first furthermoresoon
following
again
while
whenever
asonce
a matter of fact
additionally
immediately
meanwhile
then
not only (this),
neverequally important
sometimes
at length
but also (that)
after moreover in the meantime
simultaneously
in
later, earlier
during
soaddition
far
too
even
more
always
afterwards
this time
not to mention
when
now, until now
further
also
subsequently
next
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Types of Transitions
Comparison
in the same way
by the same token
similarly
in like manner
likewise
in similar fashion
equally
likewise
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Types of Transitions
Contrast
nonetheless
at the same time
on the other hand
otherwise
on the contrary
nevertheless
though
after all
but
however
in contrast
yet
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Justifiers &
Justifier Sentences
Justifier transitions are used as the first word
in the last sentence in your body paragraphs.
They “justify” your point.
Conclude body paragraphs
Re-state and emphasize the main idea
In Argumentative Essays – they should
continue to prove the validity of your point
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Justifiers
“Can’t Miss”
Justifier Transitions
Clearly
Of course
Thus
Obviously
Indeed
Above all
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“Can’t Miss”
Justifier Transitions
Certainly
Essentially
To emphasize
As you can see
In reality
In other words
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How do I make my
main idea and Justifier
work together?
The justifier sentence should re-state
the main focus (main idea) of the body
paragraph.
Use different words (paraphrase)
than the main idea of the paragraph.
If it is an Argumentative Essay, make
the statement continue to prove your
point.
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Transitions
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Justifiers
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Transition/Justifier
Examples
Transition
Main Idea
First and foremost, poker is a strategic sport based on
reading other people. Like chess, it is a non-contact,
intellectually-centered sport completely unlike basketball
and football, both of which require athletic ability. To win
at poker, players need to plan an attack, read the other
players’ emotions, and bet accordingly. Star poker player
Jim David believes, “The most important aspect is knowing
when a player is bluffing. You have to be able to read
faces.” This attention to detail captivates me. Thus,
watching a poker tournament is incredibly exciting.
Justifier sentence
Justifier transition
Transitions
and
Justifiers
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Transition/Justifier
Examples
Transition
Main Idea
Furthermore, modern automobiles are essential
for getting through rapid and hectic days. According to
CNN News, 80% of all American citizens over the age
of 18 own cars and rely on them each and every day.
This is not hard to believe since every adult I know
owns a car which they drive continuously. However, it
is hard to imagine people being pulled by horses in
wagons to get from place to place. This is due to the
fact that cars can hit a whopping 180 miles per hour.
Obviously, life would not be nearly the same without
cars, planes, and modern ships.
Justifier transition
Justifier sentence
Transitions
and
Justifiers
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Transition/Justifier
Examples
Transition
Main Idea
Also, technology makes buildings and
properties safer to work and live in. Alarm
systems have made it very difficult to break
into
a
home
without
being
caught.
Furthermore, banks and jewelry stores are
equipped with silent alarm buttons which
alert the police of a robbery without putting
the employees at additional risk of harm. In
fact, modern alarms make people feel so
secure that many do not feel safe without a
security system in place. Without a doubt,
technology has led to a safer lifestyle.
Justifier sentence
Justifier transition
Transitions
and
Justifiers
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Transition/Justifier
Examples
Transition
Main Idea
To begin with, teens do not waste too much
time watching television because teens socialize.
For
example, my friends and I love watching television.
Moreover, we watch our favorite series after school, but we
don’t cross the line by watching too much TV. In fact, most
of the time, we’re outside, at the movies, or are grabbing a
burger. If we watched TV too much, we’d have zilch time
for hanging out. The number one thing on a teen’s mind is
his or her friends, and how they can spend time together.
Obviously, teens want to have fun, not spend their time
watching useless shows.
Justifier sentence
Justifier transition