A transition is a word or phrase that shows the relationship between two ideas.
What does a connection show?
- A connection shows how two ideas, concepts, or pieces of information are related, similar, or complementary to each other.
What does a distinction show?
- A distinction shows the differences or contrasts between two ideas, concepts, or pieces of information.
The effective linking of ideas and of sections within a text is called coherence.
What are some transition words that show connection?
- Additionally
- Moreover
- Furthermore
- Also
- In addition
- Likewise
- Similarly
What are some transition words that show distinctions?
- However
- On the other hand
- Conversely
- Nevertheless
- Although
- Whereas
- Yet
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