Section 1 - Transition Words and Phrases

  • Definition: Words that emphasize contrast and opposition in writing.
  • Examples:
    • "However" : Example: "She enjoys reading fiction novels; however, her brother prefers non-fiction."
    • "In contrast"
    • "Nevertheless"
    • "On the other hand"
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  • Direct Opposition Signal Words practice
  • Complete the sentences by choosing the appropriate transition words or phrases. Fill in the blanks with the correct option to complete the sentence.

  • She enjoys reading fiction novels; ______, her brother prefers non-fiction.

  • The experiment yielded unexpected results; ______, it provided valuable insights into the research.

  • He is an excellent team player; ______, he tends to be reserved in social settings.

  • I wanted to go hiking this weekend; ______, my friend suggested a day at the beach instead.

  • The project was challenging; ______, it was also incredibly rewarding.

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Section 2 - Subordinators

  • Definition: Words that introduce dependent clauses to express contrast.
  • Examples:
    • "While"
    • "Whereas"
    • "Although"
    • "Even though"
    • "but" : : "The team worked tirelessly, but they fell short of winning the championship."
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    • Direct Opposition Signal Words practice
    • Identify the correct subordinator to complete each sentence.

    • The team worked tirelessly, ______ they fell short of winning the championship.

    • ______ we expected the delivery today, it has been delayed until tomorrow.

    • She enjoys playing the piano, ______ her brother prefers the guitar.

    • The economy grew steadily, ______ unemployment rates increased.

    • We continued the hike, ______ it started raining heavily.

Section 3 - Coordinators

  • Definition: Words that connect independent clauses to show opposition.
  • Examples:
    • "But" : "She excels in mathematics, but her twin sister struggles with the subject."
    • "Yet"
    • "While"
    • "Although"

 

  • Direct Opposition Signal Words practice
  • Use the appropriate coordinator to complete the sentences.

  • She is passionate about environmental conservation, ______ her sister works in the oil industry.

  • He enjoys playing soccer, ______ he is not a fan of basketball.

  • The movie was entertaining, ______ the ending left the audience in shock.

  • She excels in mathematics, ______ her twin sister struggles with the subject.

  • The new policy aims to reduce costs, ______ it may impact employee satisfaction.

 

Section 4 - Others

  • Definition: Additional words and phrases that highlight differences.
  • Examples:
    • "Differ from"
    • "Be unlike"
    • "In opposition to"
    • "In contrast with"
    • "be different from" : "The new model is different from the previous version in terms of functionality."
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  • Direct Opposition Signal Words practice
  • Complete the sentences using other direct opposition signal words or phrases.

  • My preferences ______ my sister's tastes when it comes to music.

  • The new model is ______ the previous version in terms of functionality.

  • His management style ______ that of his predecessor.

  • The restaurant's ambiance is ______ that of a fast-food chain.

  • The requirements for the job ______ those for the internship.

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