Transitions with conjunctive adverbs

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Definition of Conjunctive Adverbs

• Conjunctive adverbs are words or phrases that connect two independent clauses or ideas.
• They help show relationships between these clauses, such as cause and effect, contrast, sequence, or comparison.

Common Conjunctive Adverbs

• Examples include: however, therefore, moreover, nevertheless, consequently, furthermore, accordingly, otherwise, meanwhile, similarly.

Function of Conjunctive Adverbs

• Contrast: Show a difference (e.g., however, nevertheless).
• Addition: Add more information (e.g., furthermore, moreover).
• Cause and Effect: Show a result or consequence (e.g., therefore, consequently).
• Sequence: Indicate order or time (e.g., meanwhile, subsequently).
• Comparison: Show similarity (e.g., similarly).

Punctuation Rules

• When a conjunctive adverb connects two independent clauses, use a semicolon before it and a comma after it.
  • Example: I wanted to go to the park; however, it started raining.
• If the conjunctive adverb is within one clause, use commas around it.
  • Example: He, however, was not ready for the trip.

Position in a Sentence

• Conjunctive adverbs can appear at the beginning, middle, or end of a sentence depending on the flow of the sentence.

Combining Sentences

• Conjunctive adverbs allow students to combine sentences and express relationships between ideas more clearly and logically.

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