DUE TO / DESPITE the flu, Spongebob won't be coming to work today.
DUE TO
Janice drank a lot of coffee today; MOREOVER, / THEREFORE, she couldn't fall asleep.
THEREFORE,
ALTHOUGH / IN SPITE OF she studied rigorously, she still failed the test.
ALTHOUGH
Mother didn't have time to go to the store; ____, there was no milk in the refrigerator.
thus, consequently, so, therefore, as a result, obviously
Give 3 transitional words used to express TIME.
before, after, thereafter, finally, then, formerly, immediately
Students should be quiet during the performance; _____, applause at the end is allowed.
although, but, however, nonetheless, nevertheless
Give 3 transitional words used to express emphasis.
definitely, extremely, obviously, in fact, indeed, in any case, absolutely, positively, naturally, surprisingly, always, forever, perennially, eternally, never,
The rent for the building was reasonable. _____, the location was perfect.
Moreover, Besides, Additionally
Give 3 transitional words used to express comparison.
whereas, but, yet, on the other hand, however, nevertheless, on the contrary, but, although, conversely, meanwhile, after all, comparison, where, compared to,
We had expected this year to be difficult financially. _____, it's been one of our best years.
Nevertheless, Nonetheless, However ;yet
FIND THE TRANSITION WORD/S. In order to cook macaroni, first, you need to boil the water. Next, you need to put the macaroni in the boiling water; then, you have to wait for it to soften. Afterward, drain the water and put a tad of oil.
in order, first, next, then, afterward
It’s very humid outside; ___, the condensation on the window.
thus, hence, therefore
My colleague did a lot to make the school party a success. _____, she decorated the classroom and planned various activities.
For instance, Evidently, In particular, In fact, As a matter of fact
Life in a big city is expensive and stressful. Life in a small town, ______, is affordable and peaceful.
on the other hand, on the contrary, in contrast
This coffee maker is easy to use. ____, measure the coffee grounds and place them in the basket.
First
We were all tired from the long day's work; _______, we agreed to stay late to finish the report.
nevertheless, nonetheless
