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BELGHITI DEPARTMENT OF
ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE S1-GRAMMAR 1 

Transitions Words and Conjunctions- Practice 

1. Fill in the blanks within the

sentence with the transition words
listed below. Use each choice once. 
for example, furthermore, just as,
type, even though, when, so, between 

1. Even though Chloe is afraid of heights, she went

bungee jumping to celebrate her birthday. 2. Distance
education is Learning that takes place when the student
is in a location apart from the classroom, building, or
site; For example, online courses and telecourses are
distance learning courses. 
3. Isabella wanted to become a professional
actress, so she moved to New York City. 4.
Jealousy destroys a friendship just as
thoroughly as a wildfire consumes a forest. 
5. The best course of action to take when one has made a
mistake is to admit it, learn from it, and avoid making it 
again. 
6. Pilates develops a strong and supple spine by extending the
space between each vertebra. 
7. Research has shown that cancers of the lip, tongue,
mouth, throat, larynx, lung, and esophagus are connected to
cigar smoking.  Furthermore, facts strongly suggest a link
between cigar smoking and cancer of the pancreas. 
8. During an episode of activity, a volcano commonly displays a
distinctive pattern or type of behavior. 

2. Join the following sets of sentences by using the

coordinating conjunctions previously discussed. The
logical relationships are given in brackets to the right
of each sentence. 
Example: Most people want to take a European vacation. They
can’t afford one. [contrast] 
Solution: Most people want to take a European vacation, but
they can’t afford one. 
1. Valerie and Daniel found an old,
inexpensive house they could afford.
Thus, they bought it.
2. She wanted a new house.
Nevertheless, they were too costly.
3. Valerie and Daniel applied for a loan to fix up the
dilapidated building, and the lender approved it.
4. They replaced the old bathtub in the upstairs
bathroom, However, the new bathtub fell through the
rotted floor into the bedroom below.
5. They were neither pleased to find a wasp’s nest in the
attic, nor were they happy to find roaches in the walls.
6. The structure was in danger of collapsing any day. With
this in mind, the ferocious termites had devoured most of
the foundation.
7. Valerie and Daniel decided they should elevate the house
to replace the foundation, or their house would be a loss.

3. Join the following sets of sentences by using the

coordinating conjunctions. Choose the coordinator that
best shows the logical 
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE S1-GRAMMAR 1 

relationship between the sentences. 

Example: Kaitlin decided to buy a new vehicle. She didn’t know
much about cars. 
Solution: Kaitlin decided to buy a new vehicle, but (or yet) she
didn’t know much about cars. 
1. She wanted to be an informed shopper, so she began to
research various resources. 
2. She purchased multiple auto magazines, for she looked at
statistics on car crash tests. 
3. She didn’t consider SUVs, yet she needed to save money on
gas. 
4. Kaitlin really liked sports cars, but the insurance rates on
these vehicles were ridiculous. 
5. The most affordable car for Kaitlin was Mazzer’s
compact sedan, yet the car’s crash test performance was
rated “Poor.”
6. An expensive, imported van was rated favorably in
crash tests, and it provided anti-lock brakes and a heavy
steel protective body.
7. Kaitlin needed to test-drive several cars, yet she
wouldn’t know if they would meet all her needs. 

4. Make the following sentences into one compound

sentence using a semicolon and a conjunctive adverb.

1. Martha Stewart is a celebrity; Moreover, the fact that her

television show is filmed at her home irritates her neighbors.

2. Devika loved climbing mountains; Hence, she decided to

vacation in Yosemite, where opportunities to rock climb and
mountain climb abound. 
3. We decided to visit the National Gallery in the late afternoon;
Furthermore, we ate at a well- known restaurant. 
4. Dr. Frankenstein enjoys working with cadavers; Moreover,
he enjoys working with them so much that he built an original
construction from several. 
5. Working with animals has always been one of my goals;
Helping people also has been something I aspire to do. 

5. Fix the following fused sentences using a

semicolon. Fused sentences are two complete
sentences that are run together with no punctuation. 
1. Throughout history money and religion were closely
linked; there was little distinction between government and
religion.
2. Several times I went to the front desk requesting that
our room be given maid service. My efforts produced no
positive results.
3. The sun sank lower in the sky; The colors gradually
faded. 
4. Eating pizza makes me feel ill; Eating anything with tomato
sauce in it makes me feel ill. 
5. The movie was inferior to others in the series; The others
had decent dialogue and more convincing plots. 

6. Select an appropriate conjunctive adverb from the

choices given and write it in the blank. Add correct
punctuation to the compound sentences.
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1. A movie makes money when people buy a ticket to see it

however that is not the only way movies make money. 
(However, consequently) 
2. People rent or buy video cassettes even after the movie
leaves the theaters meanwhile producers keep
earning money. (Besides, meanwhile) 
3. Premium cable TV stations pay producers to air movies in
fact this is another way movies make money. (In fact, for
example) 
4. Advertisers also pay to have their products appear in
movies in addition some companies buy the right to
produce products based on movie characters. (However,
in addition) 
5. For example, toy companies don’t have to think of new ideas
for best-selling toys and games; instead they just pay
producers for the rights to make and sell action figures and
other merchandise. (Otherwise, instead) 

7. On the lines provided, complete each of the

sentences using one of the conjunctive adverbs
given in parentheses. Add a related independent
clause (simple sentence) to create a compound
sentence. 
Example: Fall is probably the best season of
the year; however, I like spring the most.
(However, in addition)
6. Working in a restaurant can be tough; still,
you gain a fair sum of money.
7. Over a hundred gallons of gasoline spilled
into the stream; consequently, pollution has
spread over causing many dangers.
8. Art class should always be interesting;
furthermore, it helps students broad their sense
of imagination
9. The explosion destroyed the front of the
building; nevertheless, the residents were
affected too.
10. The president spoke to a room full of
reporters; meanwhile, they were preparing
their questions.
11. Bozo the Clown split his costume open;
still, he had another authentic one wearing it
beneath the one he tore.
12. I waited two hours to be seen in the
emergency room; finally, my time was up.
13. The earthquake partially destroyed city
hall last year; consequently, many citizens
are protesting to be rebuilt.
14. There should be more activities for
students in town; also, sports events would
be favorable.
15. Several stray cats live in my
neighborhood; furthermore, the animal
caring committee haven’t taken any actions
towards them.

8. Circle the best transitions from the choices in

parentheses. Be prepared to explain your answers. Pay
attention to  punctuation in addition to meaning.  
1. I would like to see you tomorrow, (so/ however/ again) let’s
have lunch together.  
2. My sister loves to eat, (finally/ moreover/ but) I don’t care
much about food.  
3. That restaurant is awful. Yesterday, (and/ for example/
however), I found a bug in my soup. 
 4. She felt exhausted; (therefore/ nevertheless/ whereas), she
took a nap.  
5. He expected to do well on the test, (and then/ in brief/ for)
he had studied diligently.  
6. John eats five big meals a day; (as a result/ despite this/
hence), he never gains weight.  
7. Josephine ate too fast. (Consequently/ Likewise/ In
contrast), she had indigestion.  
8. I was watching the game; (furthermore/ meanwhile/ first),
the soup boiled over.  
9. The music’s too loud. (Besides/ In fact/ Although), it’s
making the windows rattle. 
10. This morning, I will be in Dayton. (In effect/ Above all/
Later), I will be in Xenia. 
11. I like to read; unfortunately, (so/ soon/ though), I hardly
have any time to read for fun. 
12. Before I wrote the research paper, I read five books;
(in addition/ on the contrary/ yet), I scanned seven
magazine articles and  interviewed two experts on the
topic. 
13. First, Hank went to the store; (even though/ then/ third),
he visited his sister for an hour.  
14. (Obviously/ Because/ As proof), these pants are too long;
(instead/ for/ thus), they will need to be altered before I can
wear them. 15. Please, don’t forget the cat food and juice.
(Nevertheless/ Furthermore/ For instance), bring paper plates,
napkins, and cups for  the picnic. 
16. I enjoy learning; (to conclude/ in a way/ most of all), I like
to learn new facts about nature.  
17. Barbara, (without a doubt/ yet/ plus), is the best student in
the class.  
18. He concluded like this: “(Soon/ Next/ To sum up), there’s
no business like show business.”  
19.. I hate intolerance; (still/ that is/ to repeat), I try not to
become bitter when I see it.
20. She had looked for a job for months. (Formerly/ Finally/
Before), she found one. 

9. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate transitions 

Perth is a nice place to live for many reasons including the
fantastic summer weather and the beaches and parks.
Moreover, there are a lot of pubs, clubs, restaurants and cafes
to enjoy. Although, there is not much to do in winter when it is
cold and rainy and not much fun to do outdoor activities.
Nevertheless, if you are planning to visit Perth, it is best to
come between November and April which is the hottest time. 

10. Add the appropriate transitions to make the

paragraph coherent 
The concept of fairness is central to understanding plagiarism.
To begin with, Fairness means being fair both to yourself and
others. Everybody both gives and receives their proper due,
and nobody has anything to complain about. For example, an
incident involving unfairness could be taking someone else’s
work and passing it off as your own. Nevertheless, the person
whose work has been taken receives no recognition or
acknowledgment for their research and thinking. Moreover,
writers who plagiarise are not being fair to themselves either
because they are not developing their own independent
academic skills. Thus, Students who do their own work with
due acknowledgement of the work of others should develop
their own academic skills and self-confidence far more than
those who merely misuse the work of others.