Transitional Expressions/Cohesive Devices: Written Exchanges
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In the text, which transitional expression best fits between sentences 2 and 3?
1) 你在班级微信群发一段小指南，教同学做西红柿炒鸡蛋。
2) 先把鸡蛋打散，加入一点盐，搅拌均匀。
3) <u>____</u>，把锅加热后倒油，等油微微冒烟。
4) 然后倒入蛋液，快速翻炒到半熟就盛出。
5) 接着把西红柿下锅，炒到出汁，再把鸡蛋倒回去。
6) 最后加少许糖和盐调味，翻炒几下即可出锅。
7) 如果你喜欢口感更软，可以多焖一分钟。
8) 这样做出来的味道酸甜适中，很下饭。
同时
总之
不过
接下来
Explanation
This question tests the use of transitional expressions and cohesive devices in written exchanges to maintain logical flow and coherence. Transitional expressions like 'therefore,' 'however,' and 'moreover' are used to link ideas smoothly, signaling relationships like cause-effect, contrast, and addition. In this cooking instruction guide, the task is to connect the egg preparation step with heating the pan. Choice B (接下来) is correct because it clearly indicates the next step in a sequential process, maintaining the instructional flow. Choice A (同时) is incorrect because these actions should happen sequentially, not simultaneously, for proper cooking. To help students: Teach them to recognize procedural texts and use appropriate sequential markers. Practice distinguishing between simultaneous actions and sequential steps in instructions.
In the text, which transitional expression best fits between sentences 3 and 4?
You are writing an instructional guide on making bubble tea for a school fundraiser. The purpose is to sequence actions clearly for volunteers. Write 8–12 sentences using transitions like first, next, then, and finally. Sentence 3 describes cooking tapioca pearls. Sentence 4 explains rinsing them in cold water before sweetening.
As a result
Nevertheless
Next
In contrast
Explanation
This question tests the use of transitional expressions and cohesive devices in written exchanges to maintain logical flow and coherence. Transitional expressions like 'therefore,' 'however,' and 'moreover' are used to link ideas smoothly, signaling relationships like cause-effect, contrast, and addition. Sentence 3 describes cooking tapioca pearls, and sentence 4 explains rinsing them in cold water before sweetening. Choice A 'Next' is correct because it maintains the step-by-step sequence essential for instructional writing. Choice B 'Nevertheless' is incorrect because it suggests contrast when these are sequential, complementary steps. To help students: Reinforce using sequential transitions consistently in instructional writing. Practice breaking complex processes into clear, ordered steps. Watch for: students using contrast or causal transitions where simple sequence markers work best.
In the text, which transitional expression best fits between sentences 5 and 6?
You are writing a narrative story about attending a memorable Lantern Festival with your cousin Mei. Your purpose is to entertain classmates with a smooth timeline. Write 8–12 sentences and use transitions like at first, soon after, meanwhile, and eventually. Sentence 5 describes trying tangyuan at a food stall. Sentence 6 describes watching a dragon dance begin nearby.
Soon after
Therefore
Clearly
In contrast
Explanation
This question tests the use of transitional expressions and cohesive devices in written exchanges to maintain logical flow and coherence. Transitional expressions like 'therefore,' 'however,' and 'moreover' are used to link ideas smoothly, signaling relationships like cause-effect, contrast, and addition. In this narrative, sentence 5 describes trying tangyuan at a food stall, and sentence 6 describes watching a dragon dance begin nearby. Choice A 'Soon after' is correct because it maintains the chronological sequence of events at the festival, showing temporal progression. Choice B 'Therefore' is incorrect because eating tangyuan doesn't cause the dragon dance to begin—these are sequential, not causal events. To help students: Emphasize the difference between temporal (time) and causal (cause-effect) transitions in narratives. Practice using time markers to create smooth story flow. Watch for: students overusing causal transitions in narratives where simple time sequences are more appropriate.
In the text, which transitional expression best fits between sentences 4 and 5?
You are writing a descriptive letter to your pen pal Hana about your town’s riverwalk. The purpose is to guide her along the route. Write 8–12 sentences using transitions like first, next, after that, and finally. Sentence 4 describes the stone bridge. Sentence 5 describes the tea shop just beyond it.
Conversely
After that
Therefore
In summary
Explanation
This question tests the use of transitional expressions and cohesive devices in written exchanges to maintain logical flow and coherence. Transitional expressions like 'therefore,' 'however,' and 'moreover' are used to link ideas smoothly, signaling relationships like cause-effect, contrast, and addition. Sentence 4 describes the stone bridge, and sentence 5 describes the tea shop just beyond it. Choice A 'After that' is correct because it maintains the spatial sequence of the walking tour, helping readers follow the route. Choice B 'Therefore' is incorrect because the tea shop's location isn't caused by the bridge—it's simply the next landmark. To help students: Emphasize using spatial and sequential transitions in descriptive tours. Practice writing directions that guide readers smoothly through locations. Watch for: students using causal transitions for simple spatial relationships.
In the text, which transitional expression best fits between sentences 4 and 5?
You are writing an expository paragraph about why the Great Wall became a lasting symbol. The purpose is to connect causes and effects for museum visitors. Write 8–12 sentences using because, for instance, as a result, and therefore. Sentence 4 explains that walls were built for defense. Sentence 5 explains that the project also unified labor and resources across regions.
Consequently
In summary
Conversely
In addition
Explanation
This question tests the use of transitional expressions and cohesive devices in written exchanges to maintain logical flow and coherence. Transitional expressions like 'therefore,' 'however,' and 'moreover' are used to link ideas smoothly, signaling relationships like cause-effect, contrast, and addition. Sentence 4 explains walls were built for defense, and sentence 5 adds that the project also unified labor and resources. Choice A 'In addition' is correct because it signals that unifying labor was an additional effect beyond the primary defensive purpose. Choice B 'Consequently' is incorrect because it would suggest unification was a result of defense rather than a parallel benefit. To help students: Teach recognizing when historical events have multiple simultaneous effects. Practice using addition transitions to present parallel outcomes. Watch for: students forcing causal relationships where additive ones are more accurate.
In the text, which transitional expression best fits between sentences 2 and 3?
You are writing an expository paragraph about the significance of the May Fourth Movement for a school newsletter. The purpose is to link causes and effects for student readers. Use cohesive devices such as because, as a result, for example, and therefore in 8–12 sentences. Sentence 2 describes student protests. Sentence 3 explains how new ideas about literature spread afterward.
Firstly
Meanwhile
As a result
Conversely
Explanation
This question tests the use of transitional expressions and cohesive devices in written exchanges to maintain logical flow and coherence. Transitional expressions like 'therefore,' 'however,' and 'moreover' are used to link ideas smoothly, signaling relationships like cause-effect, contrast, and addition. In this expository paragraph, sentence 2 describes student protests, and sentence 3 explains how new ideas about literature spread afterward. Choice A 'As a result' is correct because it establishes the causal relationship—the protests led to the spread of new literary ideas. Choice B 'Meanwhile' is incorrect because it suggests simultaneous rather than consequential events. To help students: Emphasize recognizing cause-effect relationships in historical movements. Practice identifying when one event triggers another versus happening at the same time. Watch for: students confusing temporal relationships (when things happen) with causal relationships (why things happen).
In the text, identify the sentence that disrupts the cohesion of the paragraph.
You are writing an expository paragraph about the significance of the invention of paper. The purpose is to explain why it changed education and government. Use cohesive devices like because, for example, as a result, and therefore in 8–12 sentences. Sentence 6 explains wider access to books. Sentence 7 lists random sports scores. Sentence 8 returns to record-keeping.
Sentence 7
Sentence 9
Sentence 8
Sentence 6
Explanation
This question tests the use of transitional expressions and cohesive devices in written exchanges to maintain logical flow and coherence. Transitional expressions like 'therefore,' 'however,' and 'moreover' are used to link ideas smoothly, signaling relationships like cause-effect, contrast, and addition. In this expository paragraph about paper's significance, sentence 7 lists random sports scores while surrounding sentences discuss educational and governmental impacts. Choice B (Sentence 7) is correct because sports scores are completely unrelated to the historical significance of paper's invention. The disruption breaks the logical development of the argument. To help students: Teach maintaining topical focus throughout expository writing. Practice identifying and removing content that doesn't support the main thesis. Watch for: students including random facts or personal interests that don't connect to the paragraph's purpose.
In the text, which transitional expression best fits between sentences 8 and 9?
You are writing a descriptive letter to your pen pal Lucas about your hometown’s temple fair. The purpose is to guide him through the event in order. Write 8–12 sentences using transitions like first, next, for example, and finally. Sentence 8 describes buying a small craft. Sentence 9 describes leaving the fair as lanterns light up.
Similarly
Because
However
Finally
Explanation
This question tests the use of transitional expressions and cohesive devices in written exchanges to maintain logical flow and coherence. Transitional expressions like 'therefore,' 'however,' and 'moreover' are used to link ideas smoothly, signaling relationships like cause-effect, contrast, and addition. Sentence 8 describes buying a small craft, and sentence 9 describes leaving the fair as lanterns light up. Choice A 'Finally' is correct because it signals the conclusion of the temple fair visit, providing closure to the descriptive sequence. Choice B 'However' is incorrect because leaving with lanterns lit is a natural, expected ending rather than a contrast. To help students: Teach using conclusive transitions to signal the end of descriptive sequences. Practice creating satisfying endings that feel complete. Watch for: students using contrast transitions for natural conclusions or endings.
In the text, what device can be added to improve the flow between ideas?
1) 你写一段说明文字，解释郑和下西洋的重要性。
2) 他率领船队远航，扩大了明代与海外地区的联系。
3) 这些航行带来了贸易机会，也促进了文化交流。
4) 船队的规模很大，航线也很长。
5) 这让周边国家更了解中国，同时也让中国了解外部世界。
6) 这段历史说明海上交流并非现代才出现。
7) 因此，研究这些航行有助于理解早期的国际互动。
8) 我们也能从中思考交流与合作的价值。
Add 首先 at sentence 6 start.
Add 然而 at sentence 5 start.
Add 例如 after “文化交流” in sentence 3.
Add 因此 at sentence 4 start.
Explanation
This question tests the use of transitional expressions and cohesive devices in written exchanges to maintain logical flow and coherence. Transitional expressions like 'therefore,' 'however,' and 'moreover' are used to link ideas smoothly, signaling relationships like cause-effect, contrast, and addition. In this text about Zheng He's voyages, the task is to identify what device would improve flow. Choice B (Add 例如 after '文化交流' in sentence 3) is correct because sentence 4 provides specific examples (large fleet size, long routes) that illustrate the cultural exchange mentioned in sentence 3. Choice C (然而) would incorrectly suggest contrast where there is continuation. To help students: Teach them to recognize when subsequent sentences provide examples of general statements. Practice identifying implicit example relationships that could be made explicit with transitional markers.
In the text, which transitional expression best fits between sentences 5 and 6?
You are writing an expository paragraph about the significance of Zheng He’s voyages. The purpose is to explain impact with clear logic. Write 8–12 sentences using for example, because, as a result, and therefore. Sentence 5 explains that voyages expanded diplomatic ties. Sentence 6 explains that they also increased knowledge of distant regions.
However
Consequently
Moreover
In contrast
Explanation
This question tests the use of transitional expressions and cohesive devices in written exchanges to maintain logical flow and coherence. Transitional expressions like 'therefore,' 'however,' and 'moreover' are used to link ideas smoothly, signaling relationships like cause-effect, contrast, and addition. Sentence 5 explains voyages expanded diplomatic ties, and sentence 6 adds they increased knowledge of distant regions. Choice A 'Moreover' is correct because it signals an additional positive impact of the voyages, building on the diplomatic benefits. Choice B 'However' is incorrect because both outcomes are positive and complementary, not contrasting. To help students: Teach using additive transitions to build arguments with multiple supporting points. Practice recognizing when historical events have multiple positive outcomes. Watch for: students seeing difference where there's actually accumulation of benefits.