12 English Transitions Quiz Quizzes

1. To show a chronological event (movement in time), use a transition like: ____

A. also, another, like, too, in comparison

B. first, next, before, now, finally

C. besides, in addition, for example, furthermore

D. as a result, because, since, so , therefore

2. (At the end of an essay:) ____ the more educated a person is, the more choices he will have in a career

A. Otherwise,

B. Meanwhile,

C. In conclusion,

D. Likewise,

3. To show contradiction (opposite), use a transition like: ____

A. first, next, before, now, finally

B. as a result, because, since, so

C. since, while, like

D. however, but, although, conversely

4. One C+ kept Yelitza from honor roll first quarter; ____ she’s working extra hard this quarter to get all As and Bs

A. therefore,

B. on the other hand,

C. in addition,

D. furthermore,

5. You can come with us if you are ready; ____ , you will have to ride the bus

A. nevertheless

B. similarly

C. moreover

D. otherwise