Communications 11
Name: ____________________________
Transition Words 1
Marks: /13
Transitional words and expressions help connect ideas within and between paragraphs. They do this by showing relationships, such as addition or contrast or result.
Teacher : Your paper doesn’t show a smooth flow of thoughts.
You need to add transitions between ideas and paragraphs.
Student : I have no idea what a transition is. What are some words that I can use to make my paper flow?
To Show: Use these Expressions:
Addition
Comparison/similarity
In addition, also, too, besides, equally important, furthermore, moreover, additionally, further
In the same way, likewise, similarly
Support or evidence
Contrast/Exception
Emphasis
Example/clarification
Additionally, equally important, furthermore
In contrast, however, instead, on the contrary, on the other hand, otherwise, nevertheless, still, even though, yet, but
Of course, certainly, indeed, in fact, even so, truly
For example, for instance, as an illustration, a case in point, namely, specifically, to illustrate, in fact

Communications 11
Name: ____________________________
Generality
Transition Words 1
Marks: /13
In general, for the most part, as a general rule, on the whole, usually, typically
Result/Cause and Effect As a result, consequently, hence, then, therefore, thus, accordingly, so, for this reason
Summary/Conclusion
Time sequence
Finally, in conclusion, in short, in summary, in brief/short, in the end, on the whole, thus, in other words, therefore
Today, tomorrow, yesterday, once, now, then, eventually, meanwhile, immediately, subsequently, finally, first, second, third, afterwards, at last
Reason
General to specific
First, since, for, for this reason
In fact, especially, for instance, for example


Communications 11 Transition Words 1
Name: ____________________________ Marks: /13
Instructions: Read the following sentences and underline the signal word or words in each sentence. On the lines provided, indicate the type of signal of each underlined word, using the following key. 10 marks. a.
contrast b.
addition c.
clarification d.
example e.
time f.
summary g.
result//cause effect h.
generality
1.
____The plane was scheduled to depart at 8:05 P.M. but due to a bomb threat, it was not cleared for take-off until two hours later.
2.
____Ralph was a bright, highly motivated, and successful student. On the other hand, he was unable to excel in even one sport.
3.
____Birds are beneficial to humans in many ways. For example, wild birds eat insects, wild seeds, and certain rodents.
4.
____When selecting a campsite, you must consider several things. First, select a fairly open spot, level enough to be comfortable, not sloped enough for water drainage. Next, consider whether there are trees and a wood supply nearby.
Finally, be sure to choose a site with available water for drinking and bathing.
5.
____Although the criminal had a brilliant defense lawyer, he was sentenced to life in prison.
6.
____Entrance test scores are one of the most important considerations for acceptance into college. However, high school grade-point average and accomplishments are also considered.
7.
____In short, Jenny and Laura do not like their classes this semester.
8.
____Immediately after she received her first semester grades,
Jenny locked herself in her room to read the textbook.
9.
____Jenny plans to take all of her courses, specifically calculus and philosophy, more seriously from now on.
10.
____Even though they resolved to change their ways, they went to the Grandin to see a movie instead of studying.

Communications 11
Name: ____________________________
Transition Words 1
Marks: /13
Instructions: Circle the correct answer to the following questions. 3 marks.
1.
The rain poured down in sheets against the window. Roberto could not see anything outside. How are the two sentences related? a.
The two sentences create a contrast. b.
The second sentence locates the first in space c.
The first sentence establishes the cause of the second. d.
The second sentence provides an example of what is stated in the first.
2.
Latoya strongly dislikes boastful people. She detests anyone who brags about personal accomplishments or possessions. How is the second sentence related to the first? a.
It classifies what is stated in the first sentence. b.
It contradicts the first sentence. c.
It draws a conclusion from the first sentence. d.
It clarifies the first sentence.
3.
Reggie often says that appeals from charitable contributions make him depressed over the plight of unfortunate people.
However, Reggie has never given even a dime to charity. What does the second sentence do in relation to the first? a.
It follows logically from the first. b.
It seems to contradict the first. c.
It draws a conclusion from the first. d.
It analyzes the reasoning of the first.