Practice Using Transitions (2.2.2) - Module 2: Unleashing Your Writing Potential - English Language Paper 1

Practice: Using Transitions

Lesson 2.2.2Module 2: Unleashing Your Writing Potential - English Language Paper 1

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
Identify an addition transition from the following sentences: 'I love ice cream. _______________, I enjoy chocolate cake.'
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What word indicates an addition?
Question 2.
Fill in the blank with an appropriate contrast transition: 'It was raining outside. _______________, we decided to go for a picnic.'
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Think of a word that shows contrast.
3Question 3.
What type of transition would 'furthermore' be classified as?
- Contrast
- Addition
- Cause and Effect
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Think about what it means to 'add'.
4Question 4.
True or False: 'However' is used to show that two ideas agree.
- True
- False
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Consider its function in an argument.
Question 5.
Create a short argumentative paragraph on a given topic using at least five different types of transitions.
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Aim for clarity and coherence alongside your argument.
Question 6.
Analyze a peer’s work, noting any absent transitions, and suggest where they could add them to improve flow.
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Watch for abrupt switches between ideas!

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