Use Transitions to Create Cohesion - 7th Grade Writing

1. Identify the best transition for a second supporting detail: "First" or "Additionally"?

   Additionally. "Additionally" adds more support; "First" begins a sequence.

2. Which transition best signals addition: "however" or "furthermore"?

   Furthermore. "Furthermore" adds information; "however" contrasts.

3. Which transition best signals clarification: "in other words" or "meanwhile"?

   In other words. "In other words" rephrases; "meanwhile" shows simultaneous time.

4. Which transition best signals time order: "next" or "therefore"?

   Next. "Next" shows sequence; "therefore" shows conclusion.

5. Which transition best completes this sentence to show cause: "___ the roads were icy, school was canceled."

   Because. Shows icy roads as the cause of school cancellation.

6. Which transition best signals cause: "because" or "for example"?

   Because. "Because" introduces a reason; "for example" introduces an instance.

7. Which transition best introduces an example: "for instance" or "consequently"?

   For instance. "For instance" introduces examples; "consequently" shows results.

8. Which transition best signals effect: "as a result" or "in contrast"?

   As a result. "As a result" shows outcome; "in contrast" shows difference.

9. What does the transition category "clarification" signal between ideas?

   It restates or explains an idea more clearly. Clarification transitions help explain complex ideas simply.

10. What type of relationship does the transition "for example" signal?

    Example or illustration. Introduces a specific instance to support a general statement.

11. Find the best transition to show a condition: "if" or "for example"?

    If. "If" introduces conditions; "for example" introduces instances.

12. What type of relationship does the transition "similarly" signal?

    Comparison. Shows that two things share common characteristics.

13. Which transition best completes this sentence to show result: "The storm intensified; ___, flights were delayed."

    therefore. Shows flight delays as a result of the storm.

14. What type of relationship does the transition "in addition" signal?

    Addition of information. Adds more supporting information to the previous point.

15. Which transition best signals contrast: "similarly" or "on the other hand"?

    On the other hand. "On the other hand" contrasts; "similarly" compares.

16. Which transition best completes this sentence to conclude: "The evidence is consistent; ___, the claim is well supported."

    in conclusion. Signals a final summary statement based on evidence.

17. What type of relationship does the transition "therefore" signal?

    Cause and effect (result). Shows that what follows is a consequence of what came before.

18. What type of relationship does the transition "in contrast" signal?

    Contrast. Highlights differences between two ideas or concepts.

19. What is the most accurate meaning of "cohesion" in writing?

    Ideas connect smoothly so the text flows logically. Cohesion means ideas stick together through clear connections.

20. What is the purpose of transitions in informative writing?

    To create cohesion and clarify relationships among ideas. Transitions link ideas smoothly and show how they relate.

21. What does the transition category "example/illustration" signal between ideas?

    It introduces an example that supports a point. Example transitions introduce specific instances of a general idea.

22. Choose the transition that signals a stronger contrast than "but": "however" or "also"?

    However. "However" is more formal and emphatic than "but."

23. What is the purpose of transitions in informational writing?

    To create cohesion and clarify relationships among ideas. Transitions connect ideas smoothly and show how they relate.

24. Which transition best signals conclusion: "overall" or "likewise"?

    Overall. "Overall" summarizes; "likewise" shows similarity.

25. What type of relationship does the transition "however" signal?

    Contrast. Shows opposition or contradiction to the previous statement.

26. What type of relationship does the transition "first" signal in a process paragraph?

    Sequence or order. Indicates the beginning of a step-by-step process.

27. Which transition best completes this sentence to show contrast: "The data seems clear; ___, it is incomplete."

    however. Creates contrast between seemingly clear and incomplete data.

28. What does the transition category "sequence/time" signal between ideas?

    It shows order or when events/steps occur. Time transitions organize events chronologically.

29. Which transition best signals a second supporting point after a first point?

    Furthermore. Adds another point while maintaining formal tone.

30. What does the transition category "contrast" signal between ideas?

    It shows differences or an opposing idea. Contrast transitions highlight opposing or different ideas.

31. Which transition best completes this sentence to show sequence: "___, gather materials. Next, follow the directions."

    First. Marks the initial step in a sequential process.

32. What type of relationship does the transition "meanwhile" signal?

    Time shift or simultaneous events. Shows events happening at the same time or a shift in time.

33. What does the transition category "conclusion" signal to the reader?

    It signals a wrap-up or final inference. Conclusion transitions indicate the end and summarize key points.

34. What does the transition category "cause and effect" signal between ideas?

    It shows why something happens and what results. These transitions link reasons to their outcomes.

35. Which transition best completes this sentence to introduce an example: "Many mammals hibernate; ___, bears lower their heart rate."

    for example. Introduces bears as a specific example of hibernating mammals.

36. What type of relationship does the transition "because" signal?

    Cause and effect (reason). Introduces the reason or explanation for something.

37. Which transition best completes this sentence to show comparison: "Both poems use imagery; ___, both focus on nature."

    similarly. Shows the poems share another common feature.

38. What does the transition category "addition" signal between ideas?

    It adds information or supports a previous point. Addition transitions connect similar or supporting ideas.

39. Which transition best completes this sentence to show concession: "___ the method is slow, it is reliable."

    Although. Acknowledges a drawback while emphasizing a positive quality.

40. Which transition best completes this sentence to show clarification: "The plan is flawed; ___, it ignores the budget limits."

    in other words. Restates the flaw more specifically.

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