Which word describes what is used to connect phrases, sentences, paragraphs, or overall ideas in writing?(1 point)

transitions
transitions

topics
topics

vocabulary
vocabulary

sequence

9 answers

transitions
Which transition shows a compare and contrast relationship? (1 point)

to clarify
to clarify

accordingly
accordingly

in addition
in addition

similarly
The transition that shows a compare and contrast relationship is "similarly." This transition is commonly used to compare two or more ideas or concepts, highlighting their similarities. It is often used in contrast to "differently" or "in contrast," which are transitions that emphasize differences.
There are several ways to improve your writing;__________________, you can try to use an outline.

A. Above all
B. for all
C. Meanwhile
D. consequently
The transition that fits in the blank and shows a contrast relationship is "consequently." This transition indicates that using an outline is a recommended solution or consequence of wanting to improve your writing.
Which category of transition words demonstrates when or where something occurred? (1 point)

cause/effect
cause/effect

sequencing
sequencing

time/location
time/location

emphasis
The category of transition words that demonstrates when or where something occurred is "time/location." These transition words include terms such as "before," "after," "during," "alongside," "here," "there," and "nearby." They provide information on the temporal or spatial aspects of events or ideas being discussed.
Olympic gymnasts eat well, get enough sleep, and train very hard in the hope that they will win the gold in their events.

What type of transition is used in the sentence?

(1 point)

emphasis
emphasis

purpose
purpose

sequencing
sequencing

example
example
The type of transition used in the sentence is "purpose." The sentence describes actions that Olympic gymnasts take with the purpose or intention of winning the gold in their events.