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Transitions in Writing
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    Transitions in Writing

    Body text
  • Slide 2
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    Transitions can be used to:


    • introduce new/key ideas

    • tie ideas together

    • signal a change

    • make connections

  • Slide 3
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    Transitions help

    • The writer organize their ideas and informat

    • The reader see the organization and understand what they are reading

    • Bullet 3


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    Transitions can show time

    • Before

    • During

    • Until

    • After

    • Later

    • Then

    • Meanwhile (two things are happening at the same time)

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    Transitions can show place/location

    • Near

    • Beside

    • Between

    • Outside/Inside

    • Next to

    • Throughout

    • Behind

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    Transitions can be used to show alike/different

    • Similar to

    • Likewise

    • Another

    • Unlike

    • On the other hand

    • In contrast

    • However

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    Transitions can be used to make a point

    • For example

    • For instance

    • An example of

    • In other words

    • As you can see

    • The most important

    • Furthermore

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    Sample Sentences: Transitions to show time or place

    Outside, the air was cool and crisp.

    Behind the bushes, a tiger crouched.

    During Chinese New Year, the Dragon Parade can be seen.

    I like to floss my teeth before I brush.

    I mopped the floors this weekend. Meanwhile, my kids cleaned the bathrooms.

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    Sample Sentences: Transitions that mean alike

    Similar to wild cats, domestic cats hunt at night.

    You should always wear a helmet when skateboarding. Likewise, knee and elbow pads can protect you from injury.

    You can wear a mask to protect yourself from viruses. Another way to protect yourself is washing your hands.

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    Sample Sentences: Transitions that mean different

    I do not like to run. On the other hand, I enjoy speed walking.

    She knows she needs to do her homework. Nevertheless, she is watching TV.

    It is very cloudy today, yet it is still very hot.

    The boy was shy, however, he worked up the courage to say, "Hello."


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    Is the correct transition used?

    Cats have excellent vision. However, they have a good sense of smell.

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    After I brush my teeth, I get out of bed.

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    MLK Jr. was an influential black leader. Likewise, Rosa Parks is considered a black hero.

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    Giant Pandas are known for their black and white appearance. For instance, they resemble other bears in shape.

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    I don't like to exercise. Nevertheless, I try to go for a fast walk every day.

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    Is the correct transition used?

    I love dogs, as well as cats.

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    Is the correct transition used?

    Alligators have a wide, rounded snout. In contrast, crocodiles have long, pointed snouts.

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