| Holding it all together – Transitions. |
In a well-written essay, the idea from one paragraph flows logically toward the idea in the next paragraph. Using transitional words and phrases helps create this flow. Transitional words and phrases for the second paragraph: to begin with, first, one reason, one example, in the first place. Transitional phrases for the third and fourth paragraphs: if the thesis argues totally for or against a concept, also, furthermore, in addition, secondly/finally, another reason, most importantly; if the thesis states there are two sides to the proposal (used to begin paragraphs that argue against the previous paragraph), on the other hand, however, nevertheless, still, yet. Transitional phrases for the concluding paragraph: in conclusion, to summarize, to reiterate, therefore. |
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