Composition: Editing Drafts For Correct Use Of Conjunctive Adverbs (TEKS.ELA.6.10.D.iii)
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Texas 6th Grade ELA › Composition: Editing Drafts For Correct Use Of Conjunctive Adverbs (TEKS.ELA.6.10.D.iii)
The rain poured all morning. We decided to play board games inside.
Which revision correctly joins the sentences with a conjunctive adverb?
The rain poured all morning; therefore, we decided to play board games inside.
The rain poured all morning, however we decided to play board games inside.
The rain poured all morning; meanwhile, we decided to play board games inside.
The rain poured all morning therefore we decided to play board games inside.
Explanation
A is correct: therefore logically shows cause-and-effect and uses a semicolon before and a comma after the conjunctive adverb. B is a comma splice and missing the comma after however. C uses meanwhile, which suggests timing rather than cause. D lacks needed punctuation to join independent clauses. Extension: Rewrite the two sentences using two different conjunctive adverbs (e.g., consequently; nevertheless). Scaffold (adverb list): however, therefore, moreover, meanwhile, nevertheless, consequently, instead, otherwise, thus. Enrichment: Compare how therefore vs. meanwhile change the meaning and tone.
I practiced my speech for an hour. I still felt nervous on stage.
Which revision correctly joins the sentences with a conjunctive adverb?
I practiced my speech for an hour; therefore, I still felt nervous on stage.
I practiced my speech for an hour; however, I still felt nervous on stage.
I practiced my speech for an hour however I still felt nervous on stage.
I practiced my speech for an hour; also I still felt nervous on stage.
Explanation
B is correct: however shows contrast and is punctuated with a semicolon before and a comma after. A uses therefore, which suggests cause-and-effect that does not fit. C is missing the semicolon and comma, creating a comma splice. D lacks a comma after also and also does not show contrast. Extension: Rewrite the sentences using nevertheless and then using instead. Scaffold (adverb list): however, therefore, moreover, meanwhile, nevertheless, consequently, instead, otherwise, thus. Enrichment: Explain how however vs. therefore changes the reader's expectation of cause vs. contrast.
The trail was steep. We reached the summit before noon.
Which revision correctly joins the sentences with a conjunctive adverb?
The trail was steep; therefore we reached the summit before noon.
The trail was steep, however we reached the summit before noon.
The trail was steep; nevertheless, we reached the summit before noon.
The trail was steep; and we reached the summit before noon.
Explanation
C is correct: nevertheless shows contrast and uses the required semicolon and comma. A is missing the comma after therefore and the logic is weak. B is a comma splice and missing the comma after however. D incorrectly uses a coordinating conjunction after a semicolon and is not a conjunctive adverb. Extension: Join the sentences using however and then using still; explain the nuance. Scaffold (adverb list): however, therefore, moreover, meanwhile, nevertheless, consequently, instead, otherwise, thus. Enrichment: Discuss how nevertheless emphasizes overcoming difficulty compared to however.
The library closes at 6 p.m. We can finish our research at home.
Which revision correctly joins the sentences with a conjunctive adverb?
The library closes at 6 p.m., however we can finish our research at home.
The library closes at 6 p.m.; meanwhile, we can finish our research at home.
The library closes at 6 p.m. therefore, we can finish our research at home.
The library closes at 6 p.m.; instead, we can finish our research at home.
Explanation
D is correct: instead signals an alternative and uses a semicolon before and a comma after the conjunctive adverb. A is a comma splice and missing the comma after however. B's meanwhile suggests simultaneous actions rather than an alternative plan. C does not join the sentences correctly (period before therefore and lowercase). Extension: Combine the sentences using otherwise and then using consequently; discuss which fits best. Scaffold (adverb list): however, therefore, moreover, meanwhile, nevertheless, consequently, instead, otherwise, thus. Enrichment: Analyze how instead shifts the tone to problem-solving compared with meanwhile.