On each blank line, write a transition word that makes the order of ideas in the sentences clear. Use the list of transition words below to help you. You will not need all of them; moreover, you may want to use one of them more than once. as a matter of fact for therefore however example later finally as soon as moreover in fact for instance occasionally furthermore as a result when despite first consequently afterwards HOW 1 fear barracudas; Many people few instances of attacks by barracudas have been reported 2 the difficulties you have caused, you are still invited to attend the concert with 3. Johnny passed all sections of the graduation exam; be will be able to participate in the graduation ceremonies. My mother bakes the best cakes: she won first place for her chocolate surprise, 5. She was very depressed about Gary breaking up with her she started crying the second 1 mentioned his name 6 all afternoon; I forgot to I played soccer complete my homework assignments. out of bed You need to get you need to take a shower and get ready for school Mark failed he will have to retake it during summer school 8. Geometry B 9. the rainy, cold weather, we practiced soccer after school 10. This television program is over Mother wants you to take out the garbage and mow the lawn Transitions function to connect one idea to another either between sentences or between paragraphs. They are signals that help readers follow the direction of the writer's thoughts. The list below categorizes transitional words and phrases according what they signity. Note that certain transitions appear on more than one list. When using transitions, keep in mind that there are subtle differences between transitional words and phrases on the same list. If you are unsure about the precise meaning of a particular word or phrase, consult a dictionary. Also, while transitions do help to connect ideas in an essay, too many transitions can make writing seen overly formal or stilted. Certain transitions such as hence, moreover, thus, and subsequently may make your writing sound too formal or artificial, which can be distracting to a reader Formal transitions should be avoided in personal writing and used judiciously even in formal writing. PART 1: TRANSITION PRACTICE Underline any transitional words or phrases in the following passages A Homeless Man One day, I saw a homeless man in the subway. He was a little bit different from other homeless people. When he came into our car, he started making a speech about how hard he had tried to find a job, how difficult it was to do so, how hungry he was, and so on. Then, he sang a song with a sad low voice. It sounded pitifully throughout the car. Moreover, his speech was so persuasive that people could not help feeling sympathy. As a result, most people there gave him some change, or even a dollar His paper cup was filled with money in a minute. The Educational System in Burma During my father's generation, the education system was very different. Back in those days, more schools were provided by the government. In those days, people had a better education than nowadays because teachers had different ways of teaching. Most of the students were taught by British teachers. Therefore, they spoke better English and had high standards in English. Also, they began learning English in primary school. Furthermore, all of the subjects were taught in English. The schools' rules were strictly followed, and the administrators had punishments for every little thing. Now, the educational system is far different from my father's. For example, all the subjects are taught in Burmese, except for English. I, myself, and other students started to learn English in the fifth grade. In the fourth and eighth grades, our final exams were given by the state board of education, and in the tenth grade, our exam was a nation-wide exam. In cach grade, we have to pass every subject. Otherwise, we have to repeat that particular grade. Therefore, it can be really difficult to graduate from high school. After tenth grade, we can cater college. In the old days. there was no limit in choosing any major or professional field that students wanted. However, things are not as easy in my generation. The students have fewer opportunities to learn and fewer careers from which to choose