Combining Sentences using Transitions
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1. Combine the following sentences to create coherence by using transitions from the box.
| in contrast | nevertheless | therefore | moreover |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| for example | in spite of | nice | in addition to |
a. The summer was exceptionally dry this year. Last year we had record-breaking rainfall.
b. The team faced numerous setbacks during the project. They managed to complete it on time.
c. The demand for electric cars is rising rapidly. Manufacturers are increasing their production to meet the needs of the market
d. Many fruits are rich in vitamins and minerals. Oranges are a great source of vitamin C.
e. The new policy has improved employee satisfaction. It has also increased overall productivity.
f. ........... the heavy rain, the outdoor event was a great success.
g. ........... his role as a professor, Dr. Smith is also a renowned author
This question includes visual content: A table containing transition words: 'in contrast', 'nevertheless', 'therefore', 'moreover', 'for example', 'in spite of', 'nice', 'in addition to'. Below the table, there is a list of sentences labeled a through g that require the use of these transition words to either combine them or fill in the blanks.
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Hi Umesh, let's look at this English paper where we need to combine sentences using the appropriate transitional words provided in the box.
Sentence Coherence with Transitions
| Transitions in the Box | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| in contrast | nevertheless | therefore | moreover |
| for example | in spite of | nice | in addition to |
Let's start with the first pair of sentences. One says the summer was dry, while the other says last year had record rainfall. These are opposing ideas.
a. The summer was exceptionally dry this year. Last year we had record-breaking rainfall.
Since we are highlighting a difference, we use in contrast. The summer was exceptionally dry this year; in contrast, last year we had record-breaking rainfall.
For part b, the team faced setbacks but still finished on time. This shows a result that happened despite a problem.
b. The team faced numerous setbacks during the project. They managed to complete it on time.
Nevertheless is perfect here to show contrast within the flow. The team faced numerous setbacks; nevertheless, they managed to complete it on time.
Now for part c. Rising demand causes manufacturers to increase production. This is a cause-and-effect relationship.
c. The demand for electric cars is rising rapidly. Manufacturers are increasing their production to meet the needs of the market.
Therefore is the right choice for consequence. The demand for electric cars is rising rapidly; therefore, manufacturers are increasing production.
In part d, the second sentence provides a specific instance of a fruit rich in vitamins.
d. Many fruits are rich in vitamins and minerals. Oranges are a great source of vitamin C.
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