Sabtu, 24 November 2012

Transitions : Moreover, Furthermore, In addition, Therefore, and Consequently



- Definition of transition words
           Transitions are words, phrases, sentences or even paragraphs that relate ideas and help guide the reader from one idea to another. In moving from one topic to the next, a writer has to bring the reader along by showing how the ideas are developing.
           Transition words and phrases help make clear connections between ideas and see that sentences and paragraphs flow together smoothly, making them easier to read.
   

- Purpose of transition words , commonly :

          1. Provide more information
          2. Provide an example
          3. Provide a cause or reason
          4. Provide a result or an effect
          5. Provide a purpose or reason
          6. Provide a sequence
          7. Provide a conclusion


            Following are some common transitional words and phrases, one or more from each category is used in context addition and consequence

-  Addition
  
Addition words tell us that an author is presenting two or more ideas in a list of items. These
  words introduce ideas that are first in a list or ideas that add to items already mentioned. Here
  are some common addition words  :
  • also                                  
  • furthermore    
  • again                                
  • in addition    
  • as well as                          
  • likewise  
  • besides                               
  • moreover  
  • coupled with                      
  • similarly

Example :

-   This dress is make from good material moreover this dress is so beautiful and
     smooth.
-    I believe that I can complete the marathon in under 3 hours. Furthermore , I believe that I      
     can win it.
-    I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, furthermore, I have

     six years experience working with young children.
-   Both gold and green kiwifruits are widely cultivated in New Zealand, moreover
     they’re distributed to our country.
-   She can speak English besides French.
-   My father, as well as Jim, goes to Bali.




-  Consequence

   Consequence mean as a result or consequence of an incident or event that connecting of two or   more point. The second item as a result by first item.
   Here are some common consequence words :
     accordingly          for this reason          therefore
     as a result            for this reason          subsequently
     consequently      for this purpose        wherefore 


   Example  :

 -  My car broke down and consequently I arrive rather late.
 -  I have long been interested in science and animals. Therefore, I have decided to study
     biology in college.
 -  Rent is too expensive in Boston. Therefore, I have decided to move to Ohio.
 -  The athlete was caught using drugs. Consequently, he was kicked off the team.
 -  The pitcher threw the ball at the batter's head. consequently, he was thrown out of
     the game.

 

A. ANOTHER CATEGORY OF TRASITION WORDS
  •   Contrast and comparison
Establishes an opposition between ideas, often leads to a conclusion or decision between them.



conversely
instead
on one hand
on the other hand
on the contrary
yet
but
however
still
nevertheless



  • Generalizing
Adds a condition to the idea; sets limits or boundaries for the idea, considers possible


as a rule  
as usual
for the most part  
generally  
generally speaking
ordinarily



  • Introduction
Brings an idea into the discussion. :


firstly with regard to
to begin primarily
in the first place similarly
initially regarding as for concerning


  • Summarizing
Shows that the discussion of an idea is complete. :


finally to conclude
in conclusion
in the end in summary
finally
in any case
All in all
to sum up



  • Emphasis
Places more importance on the idea, drawing the reader’s focus.


above all
chiefly
with attention to
especially
particularly
singularly




  • Exemplification
Introduces an example of a previous idea.


to illustrate take a look at
for instance such as
for example one such
an example would be to demonstrate
namely
including




    Example of another category of transition words :
-  You can add the fluid to the powder or, conversely, the powder to the fluid.
-   Ordinarily, I find this job easy, but today, I'm having problems.
-   All in all, you both love each other.
-   The government is chiefly concerned with controlling inflation.
-   The price of the excursion is including the accommodation.
-   Newfoundland offers many amenities unavailable in most of North America, for example, we
     have very little air pollution.



  • When using transition words, remember to:
1. Choose the transition that best conveys your meaning.
2. Note that the transitional words or phrases do not always appear at the beginning of a
    sentence, but can be inserted wherever they seem appropriate.
3. When you have a transition at the beginning of a sentence, you should put a comma after it



 -> Example of picture :







-> References : 








    
  









Transitions : Moreover, Furthermore, In addition, Therefore, and Consequently



- Definition of transition words
           Transitions are words, phrases, sentences or even paragraphs that relate ideas and help guide the reader from one idea to another. In moving from one topic to the next, a writer has to bring the reader along by showing how the ideas are developing.
           Transition words and phrases help make clear connections between ideas and see that sentences and paragraphs flow together smoothly, making them easier to read.
   

- Purpose of transition words , commonly :

          1. Provide more information
          2. Provide an example
          3. Provide a cause or reason
          4. Provide a result or an effect
          5. Provide a purpose or reason
          6. Provide a sequence
          7. Provide a conclusion


            Following are some common transitional words and phrases, one or more from each category is used in context addition and consequence

-  Addition
  
Addition words tell us that an author is presenting two or more ideas in a list of items. These
  words introduce ideas that are first in a list or ideas that add to items already mentioned. Here
  are some common addition words  :
  • also                                  
  • furthermore    
  • again                                
  • in addition    
  • as well as                          
  • likewise  
  • besides                               
  • moreover  
  • coupled with                      
  • similarly

Example :

-   This dress is make from good material moreover this dress is so beautiful and
     smooth.
-    I believe that I can complete the marathon in under 3 hours. Furthermore , I believe that I      
     can win it.
-    I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, furthermore, I have

     six years experience working with young children.
-   Both gold and green kiwifruits are widely cultivated in New Zealand, moreover
     they’re distributed to our country.
-   She can speak English besides French.
-   My father, as well as Jim, goes to Bali.




-  Consequence

   Consequence mean as a result or consequence of an incident or event that connecting of two or   more point. The second item as a result by first item.
   Here are some common consequence words :
     accordingly          for this reason          therefore
     as a result            for this reason          subsequently
     consequently      for this purpose        wherefore 


   Example  :

 -  My car broke down and consequently I arrive rather late.
 -  I have long been interested in science and animals. Therefore, I have decided to study
     biology in college.
 -  Rent is too expensive in Boston. Therefore, I have decided to move to Ohio.
 -  The athlete was caught using drugs. Consequently, he was kicked off the team.
 -  The pitcher threw the ball at the batter's head. consequently, he was thrown out of
     the game.

 

A. ANOTHER CATEGORY OF TRASITION WORDS
  •   Contrast and comparison
Establishes an opposition between ideas, often leads to a conclusion or decision between them.



conversely
instead
on one hand
on the other hand
on the contrary
yet
but
however
still
nevertheless



  • Generalizing
Adds a condition to the idea; sets limits or boundaries for the idea, considers possible


as a rule  
as usual
for the most part  
generally  
generally speaking
ordinarily



  • Introduction
Brings an idea into the discussion. :


firstly with regard to
to begin primarily
in the first place similarly
initially regarding as for concerning


  • Summarizing
Shows that the discussion of an idea is complete. :


finally to conclude
in conclusion
in the end in summary
finally
in any case
All in all
to sum up



  • Emphasis
Places more importance on the idea, drawing the reader’s focus.


above all
chiefly
with attention to
especially
particularly
singularly




  • Exemplification
Introduces an example of a previous idea.


to illustrate take a look at
for instance such as
for example one such
an example would be to demonstrate
namely
including




    Example of another category of transition words :
-  You can add the fluid to the powder or, conversely, the powder to the fluid.
-   Ordinarily, I find this job easy, but today, I'm having problems.
-   All in all, you both love each other.
-   The government is chiefly concerned with controlling inflation.
-   The price of the excursion is including the accommodation.
-   Newfoundland offers many amenities unavailable in most of North America, for example, we
     have very little air pollution.



  • When using transition words, remember to:
1. Choose the transition that best conveys your meaning.
2. Note that the transitional words or phrases do not always appear at the beginning of a
    sentence, but can be inserted wherever they seem appropriate.
3. When you have a transition at the beginning of a sentence, you should put a comma after it



 -> Example of picture :







-> References : 








    
  









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