Mastering Transitional Words and Phrases
This worksheet helps grade 9 students understand and effectively use transitional words and phrases to improve the coherence and cohesion of their writing.
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Mastering Transitional Words and Phrases
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Read each section carefully and follow the instructions to demonstrate your understanding of transitional words and phrases. Transitional words and phrases help to connect ideas, sentences, and paragraphs, making your writing flow smoothly and logically.
Use the words below to complete the sentences in the following section.
Choose the best transitional word or phrase from the word bank to complete each sentence.
1. Studying regularly is crucial for academic success; , cramming the night before an exam often leads to poor retention.
2. The new policy aimed to reduce waste. , it also encouraged recycling programs in local communities.
3. The experiment yielded unexpected results. , the scientists had to re-evaluate their hypothesis.
4. Many students struggle with essay writing; , practicing outlining and drafting can greatly improve their skills.
Choose the best transitional word or phrase to connect the ideas in each sentence.
1. The cost of living has risen sharply; , salaries have remained stagnant for many.
Therefore
In contrast
Consequently
For instance
2. She loved to read fantasy novels; , her brother preferred non-fiction.
Moreover
However
Thus
In summary
1. Explain the purpose of transitional words and phrases in a paragraph. Provide an example.
2. Identify three different categories of transitional words (e.g., contrast, addition, cause and effect), and give two examples for each category.
Read the paragraph below. Rewrite it in the space provided, adding appropriate transitional words and phrases to improve its flow and coherence.
The student woke up late. They missed their bus. They had to walk to school. They were late for their first class. They received a detention.
Indicate whether each statement is true or false.
1. Transitional words and phrases are only used at the beginning of a paragraph.
True
False
2. Using too many transitional words can make writing sound choppy and unnatural.
True
False