Transitional Words and Phrases Worksheet
A Grade 7 ELA worksheet focusing on identifying and using transitional words and phrases to improve writing coherence and organization.
Includes
Standards
Topics
Transitional Words and Phrases
Name:
Date:
Score:
Read each section carefully and follow the instructions to demonstrate your understanding of transitional words and phrases.
Transitional words and phrases are like bridges between ideas. They help your writing flow smoothly from one sentence or paragraph to the next, making your arguments clearer and easier for your reader to follow. They can show relationships like cause and effect, comparison, contrast, sequence, and addition.
1. Which transitional word best shows a cause-and-effect relationship?
However
Therefore
Similarly
In addition
2. Complete the sentence with an appropriate transitional word: The weather was terrible; , we decided to stay home.
3. The first step is to gather your ingredients. , you should preheat the oven.
4. The word 'although' is used to introduce a contrasting idea.
True
False
5. Rewrite the following two sentences using a suitable transitional word or phrase to connect them: 'The student studied diligently. They earned an A on the test.'
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
6. I enjoy reading fiction; , my brother prefers non-fiction.
7. Learning a new language can be challenging. , it opens up many opportunities.
8. Read the paragraph below. Identify three places where a transitional word or phrase could improve the flow and coherence. Rewrite the paragraph, adding appropriate transitions. Explain why you chose each transition.
The cat stalked the bird. It pounced. The bird flew away. The cat looked disappointed.