Using Transitions

Transitions = words/phrases that link ideas (like a bridge) Example: Cars are very useful, but they are destroying our environment. Unlike cars, trains can be powered by electricity. Therefore, trains are a better choice. Transitions can do several things. Here is a short sample (too many to list!) : 1. Illustrate an idea  for example, for instance For example, cars are too expensive for most people. 2. Order an argument  first, second, third, also, moreover, in addition First, they are too big. Second, they are noisy. Moreover, I hate them. 3. State a consequence  therefore, as a result, so, thus, as a consequence Therefore, I try to scratch every car I see. As a result, I will go to jail. 4. Compare and contrast  like ___, similarly, unlike ___, on the other hand Unlike computers, cars only do one thing. 5. Concede information  although, nevertheless, of course, even though Nevertheless, I am expected to own a car. Of course, I disagree. 6. Conclude  in conclusion, to sum up, finally To sum up, I really hate cars. Insert transitions into the following paragraph.

____________ cars are very popular now, trains are the vehicle of the future, for several reasons. _______________, cars create too much waste. They pollute the air for five to ten years and then become garbage. _____________, cars are

very unsafe. _______________ they have seatbelts and airbags, thousands of people die every year on the road. Unlike cars, trains can travel very fast. ________________, there are trains in Japan that go 300 km/hr! __________________, I think that trains will be more popular than cars soon.