LESS USE OF TRANSITION SIGNALS (Q1).pptx

This is all about transition signals and its types

1. Using Transition Signals LESSON 4: ENGLISH 8

2. Objectives: 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.

3. Transition Signals 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.

4. There are four (4) basic classifications of transition signals Additive Transitions Adversative Transitions Causal Transitions Sequential Transitions

5. Additive Transition Additive transitions are used to add a similar idea, introduce an additional idea, introduce an example or illustration, introduce a restatement or explanation, and/or draw to close or summarize.

6. Classification: Additive Transition Function comparatively,  coupled with,  correspondingly,  identically,  likewise,  similar to,  together with,  equally Transition Signals We should all be careful with the coronavirus disease that makes our respiratory system weak, l ikewise the HIV/AIDS that makes our immune system frail. Sample Sentences To add a similar idea

7. Classification: Additive Transition Function also,  furthermore,  additionally,  in addition,  moreover,  similarly,  likewise,  as well as,  besides,  another,  too Transition Signals The government reminds the people on the existing policies on community quarantine. Also , it advises them to always observe appropriate health protocols. Sample Sentences To introduce an additional idea

8. Classification: Additive Transition Function for example,  such as,  for instance,  to demonstrate,  namely,  in particular,  specifically Transition Signals There are various health protocols that the government mandates. Social or physical distancing, for example , must be strictly observed especially in public places. Sample Sentences To introduce an example or illustration

9. Classification: Additive Transition Function that is,  in fact,  indeed,  namely,  specifically,  thus Transition Signals We did not enjoy our vacation in Hong Kong. In fact , heavy rains poured the city for almost three days. Sample Sentences To introduce a restatement or explanation

10. Classification: Additive Transition Function to conclude,  as a final point,  in brief,  in conclusion,  indeed,  in short,  in summary,  finally,  lastly Transition Signals Many companies were forced to shutdown. The unemployment rate increases for the past four months. A number of OFWs have been r e p a t r i a t e d . In conclusion , the country is experiencing great economic losses due to COVID-19 pandemic. Sample Sentences To draw to a close or summarize

11. Adversative Transition Adversative transitions are used to introduce an opposition to an idea, contrast and/or emphasize or clarify a point.

12. Classification: Adversative Transition Function in contrast,  conversely,  alternatively,  yet,  although,  even though,  nevertheless,  not withstandin,g  however,  on the other hand.  whereas,  while,  instead,  otherwise Transition Signals Even though the country is experiencing great economic loss due to this pandemic, it has continued helping other countries by sending our medical frontliners and other essential materials. Sample Sentences To introduce an opposite idea or contrast

13. Classification: Adversative Transition Function even more,  above all,  indeed,  more importantly,  besides Transition Signals Despite our limited resources due to this pandemic, Glenda still managed to distribute relief goods to some of our neighbors. Indeed , she is a helpful and wonderful person. Sample Sentences To emphasize or clarify a point

14. Causal Transition Causal transitions indicate a consequence or result.

15. Classification: Causal Transition Function  consequently,  accordingly,  as a result, hence,  subsequently,  therefore,  thus,  there upon,  as a consequence,  for this reason,  wherefore Transition Signals The students reviewed their lessons well before their exams. As a result , they passed the school’s assessment process. Sample Sentences To indicate a consequence or result

16. Sequential Transition Sequential transitions indicate the sequence of ideas, events or actions

17. Classification: Causal Transition Function  first(ly),  second(ly),  third(ly),  next,  then,  after  this,  last(ly),  finally,  accordingly,  meanwhile,  henceforth Transition Signals My mother cooked our favorite breakfast. After eating, she washed the dishes and other utensils. Then , she swept the floor and cleaned the whole house. Sample Sentences To sequence your ideas