4 - Using Transition Signals.pptx
- 2. 1. Walking can make people become more aware of their surroundings, _____ the cleanliness of the environment, and the friendliness of the neighborhood. A. consequently B. despite C. unfortunately D. such as
- 3. 2. Residents complain bitterly about the trash thrown anywhere, _____ these same people are the ones doing it. A. although B. and C. moreover D. yet
- 4. 3. Some city folks choose to live on a farmland;_____, they have to adjust to its slow pace, quietness, and the absence of cable and Internet connectivity. A. because B. consequently C. despite D. such as
- 5. 4. Teleconferencing is widely used nowadays to establish communication among those who are in the work from home modality; _____, this allows the participants to hear or see each other in a meeting. A. after B. although C. during D. moreover
- 6. 5. _____ most people are concerned about COVID-19, they hope for a vaccine. A. Because B. Still C. As a result D. Even though
- 7. 6. A lot of people ignored the reminder of the government to stay at home to avoid exposure to the disease. _____, the number of cases increased. A. In fact B. Such as C. As a result D. In addition
- 8. 7. The plan of a city-wide lockdown gained many reactions from the people; _____, positive and negative opinions were expressed. A. despite B. however C. that is D. in addition
- 9. 8. _____ the home quarantine period, military and police forces are visible to monitor strict compliance of the policies. A. Because B. Consequently C. During D. As a result
- 10. 9. There are many things one can do at home to be productive. _____, one can listen to music while doing household chores, do gardening, read books, watch TV shows, and the like. A. Because B. In fact C. In addition D. For example
- 11. 10. Grocery stores and wet markets require a quarantine pass to control the number of shoppers. _____, wearing of a face mask is enforced. A. Because B. In fact C. In addition D. For example
- 12. 11. The Department of Education came up with a plan on how to continue the education of the learners _____ from the different modalities proposed for this school year. A. at this point B. in this regard C. as can be seen D. as a matter of fact
- 13. 12. _____, the Department of Education, in partnership with different stakeholders conducted a series of webinars for the teachers in preparation for the online classes. A. At this point B. In this regard C. As can be seen D. With this in mind
- 14. 13. _____ the problems with the internet connectivity, these did not stop the teachers from participating in the series of webinars given. A. And B. Despite C. However D. Moreover
- 15. 14. The month of June marks the enrolment for the school year. It was speculated that only a few would enroll due to fear of the virus. _____, it turned out to be the other way around. A. Frequently B. Furthermore C. In addition D. On the contrary
- 16. 15. As education faces the ‘new normal’, learners are very eager to start the school year. _____, they are excited to learn. A. Although B. Despite C. Furthermore D. Yet
- 17. Review it!
- 21. Schools Division of Toledo City OBJECTIVES At the end of the lesson, students are expected to: • identify transition signals used in sentences and paragraphs; • classify the types of transition signals used in sentences and paragraphs; • scan texts rapidly for connecting words or expressions that signal sequence; • construct sentences using transition signals; and • write a paragraph using transition signals to achieve coherence.
- 24. Study the given sentences below. 1. Threats and trials were rough. 2. Life is full of challenges but meant to be well.
- 25. Transition signals are words and phrases that connect ideas of sentences and paragraphs for coherence. They also indicate building up new idea or thought or compare ideas or draw conclusions. Transition signals are of different types and each type helps to make certain connections.
- 26. DIFFERENT TYPES OF TRANSITION SIGNALS 1. Comparison/Contrast 2. Chronology 3. Cause/Effect 4. Illustration/Example 5. Addition 6. Clarification 7. Qualification 8. Summary
- 35. Pick Me Out!
- 36. In fact
- 37. In fact
- 38. Point Me Out!
- 39. Similarly Consequently even so therefore furthermore however due to even though in the same way
- 40. ANSWERS 1. Similarly 2. Consequently 3. Even so 4. Therefore 5. Furthermore 6. however 7. due to 8. In fact 9. Even though 10. In the same way
- 42. Future Teller
- 45. Read the paragraph carefully. Take note of the underlined transition signal in each sentence. Classify each according to the eight (8) types of transition signal learned. When there is misunderstanding among friends, the usual reaction of those involved will sometimes turn their backs after an argument. (1) For example, friends who exchanged words would probably not talk for quite a while. (2) Moreover, they will try to convince their other friends that they are right. (3) Unfortunately, this will not help solve the problem. (4) As a result, when there is a communication gap, the longer the relationship will not be patched up. (5) To avoid this, friends should constantly communicate with each other. 1.Comparison/ Contrast 2. Chronology 3. Cause/Effect 4.Illustration/ Example 5. Addition 6. Clarification 7. Qualification 8. Summary
- 46. ANSWERS 1. Example 2. Addition 3. Cause/Effect 4. Cause/Effect 5. Summary/Conclusion
- 60. Fill me in!
- 62. Internalize it!
- 64. Read the lines taken from the story. Identify the transition signals used in each sentence. 1. Although Makato was paid only a small wage, he never idled and was satisfied of everything. 2. Fortunately, he met an old woman who helped her. 3. As a result, people around him noticed his hard work and were very pleased of him. 4. After a month's journey, he reached a village on the boundary of the Kingdom of Sukhotai. 5. So he did every kind of work such as carrying heavy things, clearing away forest, and even feeding pigs.
- 65. Read the lines taken from the story. Identify the transition signals used in each sentence. 6. During the encounter, he picked up a cowrie shell that was lying on the road and offered it to the king. 7. After some time working, he finally met the king. 8. Truly, Makato dreamed of going on an adventure to a far and bigger place where the land was fertile and the people were kind. 9. The king was very impressed and in the long run, gave him a job in the castle. 10. Eventually, Makato grew up and married the daughter of the king.
- 66. Point me out!
- 67. Read the paragraph carefully then identify the transition signals used.
- 68. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate transition signals to complete the idea of the paragraph.
- 69. Construct sentences using the given transition signals.
- 70. Think of it!