Transitions - SAT Reading & Writing

If. Introduces a hypothetical situation or requirement.

Simultaneous time or parallel actions. 'Meanwhile' indicates actions occurring at the same time but in different contexts.

Furthermore. Signals adding more information to support the main point.

For instance. Introduces a specific example to support a point.

Consequently. Shows the outcome or effect of a previous cause.

In summary. Summarizing transitions like 'in summary' condense key points into a cohesive overview.

In conclusion. Wraps up main points at the end of writing.

Subsequently. Indicates what happens next in chronological order.

Conversely. Shows the opposite or reverse of what was stated.

First. 'First' initiates a sequence, guiding the reader through ordered steps or points.

Therefore. Introduces a logical result based on preceding evidence.

Ultimately. 'Ultimately' refocuses on the primary conclusion after exploring related details.

therefore. 'Therefore' draws a logical inference based on preceding evidence or conditions.

Similarly. Connects ideas that are alike or comparable.

By contrast. 'By contrast' explicitly highlights differences between two subjects or ideas.

More importantly. Prioritizing transitions like 'more importantly' elevate the significance of a subsequent point.

Negative consequence if a condition is not met. 'Otherwise' warns of adverse results unless a specified condition is fulfilled.

Replacement or alternative (contrast in choice). 'Instead' presents an alternative option that replaces or opposes the previous one.

Similarly. Comparison transitions like 'similarly' draw parallels between ideas or situations.

as a result. Result transitions like 'as a result' connect an event to its consequent outcome.

because. Reason transitions like 'because' explain the underlying cause for an action or state.

First. Sequential transitions like 'first' organize ideas in chronological or procedural order.

Although. Concession transitions like 'although' acknowledge a counterpoint while advancing the main argument.

In other words. Restates the same idea using different language.

Narrowing to precise details or examples. 'Specifically' focuses on particular aspects or examples to refine a broader statement.

Alternatively. Presents a different option or choice.

Furthermore. 'Furthermore' adds supplementary information to strengthen the original argument.

Contrast despite a preceding point (concession). 'Nevertheless' concedes a point but introduces a contrasting idea that persists despite it.

On the other hand. Presents an opposing viewpoint or alternative.

For example. Exemplification transitions like 'for example' provide specific instances to illustrate a general point.

Therefore. Shows that one thing leads to or results from another.

In other words. Clarification transitions like 'in other words' rephrase ideas for better understanding.

Therefore. Cause-and-effect transitions like 'therefore' indicate a result stemming from a preceding cause.

In fact. Emphasis transitions like 'in fact' intensify or confirm the significance of a statement.

Because. Introduces the reason or explanation for something.

That is. Restatement transitions like 'that is' reword concepts for precision or elaboration.

To this end. Indicates the goal or intention behind an action.

For instance. Introduces a specific illustration of a general point.

Cause-and-effect (result). 'Consequently' links a cause to its direct effect or outcome in logical progression.

However. Contrast transitions like 'however' highlight differences or oppositions between ideas.

Thus. Concluding transitions like 'thus' summarize outcomes or logical endpoints of prior reasoning.

Contrast. 'Nevertheless' shows opposition despite what was said before.

since. 'Since' provides rationale by linking an event to its causal factor.

In other words. Rephrases the same idea using different words.

'For example' illustrates; 'in other words' restates. 'For example' provides illustrations, whereas 'in other words' offers synonymous rephrasing.

however. Exception transitions like 'however' denote cases that deviate from the general rule.

To show a clear logical relationship between ideas. Transitions link ideas by clarifying their connections, ensuring coherent flow in writing.

Granted. Acknowledges an opposing point before continuing the argument.

Replace 'However' with 'Therefore'. For intended cause-effect, 'However' incorrectly signals contrast rather than logical result.

First. Indicates the beginning of an ordered series of events.

'Because' gives cause; 'therefore' gives result. 'Because' introduces causation, while 'therefore' indicates the ensuing effect.

Replace 'Therefore' with 'However'. Given the intended contrast, 'Therefore' mismatches by signaling conclusion instead of opposition.

Finally. Sequential transitions like 'finally' mark the concluding step in a process or list.

Additionally. Adds extra information beyond what was already given.

If. Conditional transitions like 'if' establish scenarios dependent on specific circumstances.

For instance. 'For instance' introduces concrete examples to support abstract claims.

Moreover. Addition transitions like 'moreover' build on prior ideas by introducing supporting details.

Similarly. Shows likeness or parallel between two things.

To link ideas and ensure smooth flow between paragraphs. Transitions create logical connections and coherent paragraph structure.

However. Shows opposition or difference from the previous statement.

Furthermore. Builds upon or adds to what was already stated.

Nevertheless. Acknowledges opposition but maintains original position.

Indeed. Strengthens or reinforces the previous statement.

However. Limitation transitions like 'however' introduce constraints on the preceding assertion.

Identify the logical relationship, then match a transition to it. Analyzing the ideas' connection ensures the transition accurately reflects their relationship.

yet. 'Yet' juxtaposes ideas within a sentence to emphasize unexpected contrast.

Meanwhile. Shows events happening at the same time.

However. Signals contrast with the previous idea.

Nonetheless. 'Nonetheless' maintains contrast by conceding yet overriding the prior statement.

In summary. Summarizing transitions like 'in summary' condense key points into a cohesive overview.

Cause-and-effect (result). 'Consequently' links a cause to its direct effect or outcome in logical progression.

Narrowing to precise details or examples. 'Specifically' focuses on particular aspects or examples to refine a broader statement.

Simultaneous time or parallel actions. 'Meanwhile' indicates actions occurring at the same time but in different contexts.

Replacement or alternative (contrast in choice). 'Instead' presents an alternative option that replaces or opposes the previous one.

Similarly. Comparison transitions like 'similarly' draw parallels between ideas or situations.

More importantly. Prioritizing transitions like 'more importantly' elevate the significance of a subsequent point.

That is. Restatement transitions like 'that is' reword concepts for precision or elaboration.

However. Limitation transitions like 'however' introduce constraints on the preceding assertion.

because. Reason transitions like 'because' explain the underlying cause for an action or state.

as a result. Result transitions like 'as a result' connect an event to its consequent outcome.

however. Exception transitions like 'however' denote cases that deviate from the general rule.

Finally. Sequential transitions like 'finally' mark the concluding step in a process or list.

Nonetheless. 'Nonetheless' maintains contrast by conceding yet overriding the prior statement.

Furthermore. 'Furthermore' adds supplementary information to strengthen the original argument.

For instance. 'For instance' introduces concrete examples to support abstract claims.

yet. 'Yet' juxtaposes ideas within a sentence to emphasize unexpected contrast.

therefore. 'Therefore' draws a logical inference based on preceding evidence or conditions.

Ultimately. 'Ultimately' refocuses on the primary conclusion after exploring related details.

'Because' gives cause; 'therefore' gives result. 'Because' introduces causation, while 'therefore' indicates the ensuing effect.

'For example' illustrates; 'in other words' restates. 'For example' provides illustrations, whereas 'in other words' offers synonymous rephrasing.

Negative consequence if a condition is not met. 'Otherwise' warns of adverse results unless a specified condition is fulfilled.

By contrast. 'By contrast' explicitly highlights differences between two subjects or ideas.

since. 'Since' provides rationale by linking an event to its causal factor.

First. 'First' initiates a sequence, guiding the reader through ordered steps or points.

Replace 'Therefore' with 'However'. Given the intended contrast, 'Therefore' mismatches by signaling conclusion instead of opposition.

Replace 'However' with 'Therefore'. For intended cause-effect, 'However' incorrectly signals contrast rather than logical result.

Identify the logical relationship, then match a transition to it. Analyzing the ideas' connection ensures the transition accurately reflects their relationship.

To show a clear logical relationship between ideas. Transitions link ideas by clarifying their connections, ensuring coherent flow in writing.

Moreover. Addition transitions like 'moreover' build on prior ideas by introducing supporting details.

However. Contrast transitions like 'however' highlight differences or oppositions between ideas.

Therefore. Cause-and-effect transitions like 'therefore' indicate a result stemming from a preceding cause.

For example. Exemplification transitions like 'for example' provide specific instances to illustrate a general point.

In other words. Clarification transitions like 'in other words' rephrase ideas for better understanding.

Although. Concession transitions like 'although' acknowledge a counterpoint while advancing the main argument.

First. Sequential transitions like 'first' organize ideas in chronological or procedural order.

In fact. Emphasis transitions like 'in fact' intensify or confirm the significance of a statement.

Thus. Concluding transitions like 'thus' summarize outcomes or logical endpoints of prior reasoning.

If. Conditional transitions like 'if' establish scenarios dependent on specific circumstances.

Contrast despite a preceding point (concession). 'Nevertheless' concedes a point but introduces a contrasting idea that persists despite it.

Furthermore. Builds upon or adds to what was already stated.

In conclusion. Wraps up main points at the end of writing.

Subsequently. Indicates what happens next in chronological order.

In other words. Rephrases the same idea using different words.

Similarly. Shows likeness or parallel between two things.

However. Signals contrast with the previous idea.

Therefore. Shows that one thing leads to or results from another.

Conversely. Shows the opposite or reverse of what was stated.

To this end. Indicates the goal or intention behind an action.

Granted. Acknowledges an opposing point before continuing the argument.

Contrast. 'Nevertheless' shows opposition despite what was said before.

Additionally. Adds extra information beyond what was already given.

Therefore. Introduces a logical result based on preceding evidence.

For instance. Introduces a specific illustration of a general point.

Consequently. Shows the outcome or effect of a previous cause.

Alternatively. Presents a different option or choice.

In other words. Restates the same idea using different language.

If. Introduces a hypothetical situation or requirement.

Furthermore. Signals adding more information to support the main point.

However. Shows opposition or difference from the previous statement.

To link ideas and ensure smooth flow between paragraphs. Transitions create logical connections and coherent paragraph structure.

Because. Introduces the reason or explanation for something.

First. Indicates the beginning of an ordered series of events.

Indeed. Strengthens or reinforces the previous statement.

Similarly. Connects ideas that are alike or comparable.

In summary. Signals a brief restatement of main points.

Meanwhile. Shows events happening at the same time.