BÀI TẬP VỀ SUBORDINATORS, COORDINATORS VÀ TRANSITION

1. Fill in the blank: Complete the sentences with the appropriate transition word (therefore, however, moreover, in contrast, for example).

1. a) The weather was terrible; ___, the event was canceled.
2. b) She’s an excellent pianist; ___, she also sings beautifully.
3. c) I love Italian food. ___, my brother prefers Chinese cuisine.
4. d) I need to improve my English. ___, I’m taking an online course.
5. e) Some animals hibernate during the winter. ___, bears sleep for months without eating.

2. Identify the transition: Underline the transition in each sentence and explain its purpose (to show contrast, addition, cause/effect, etc.).

1. a) She studied hard for the exam; however, she didn’t get the grade she expected.
2. b) I was very tired; therefore, I went to bed early.
3. c) The restaurant was crowded. In contrast, the café next door was almost empty.
4. d) He loves to travel. Moreover, he enjoys learning new languages.
5. e) It’s raining outside. As a result, the soccer match has been postponed.

3. Combine sentences using transitions: Use a transition word or phrase to combine each pair of sentences.

1. a) The company made a lot of profits. It invested in new technology.
2. b) He wanted to go hiking. The weather was too bad.
3. c) She didn’t practice for the presentation. She forgot her notes at home.
4. d) I’ve always enjoyed reading books. I’ve never liked watching TV.
5. e) The new phone is more expensive. It has many improved features.

4. Choose the correct transition: Select the best transition to complete the sentence.

1. a) He had been running for an hour; ___, he was exhausted.
   (as a result, on the other hand, for example)
2. b) I don’t really enjoy going to the beach; ___, I love swimming in the pool.
   (similarly, in contrast, as a result)
3. c) The new policy will save the company money. ___, it will reduce waste.
   (moreover, on the contrary, as a result)
4. d) The movie was too long. ___, it was not very exciting.
   (therefore, in addition, furthermore)
5. e) She loves playing the piano; ___, she practices every day.
   (as a result, in contrast, however)

5. Correct the sentence: Each sentence has a transition error. Correct the sentences by replacing the incorrect transitions.

1. a) I’m saving money; however, I’m spending less on clothes.
2. b) The conference was interesting; in addition, I didn’t learn anything new.
3. c) He wanted to go to the gym. On the other hand, he was too tired.
4. d) I was hungry; in contrast, I had just eaten lunch.
5. e) She failed the test; moreover, she studied really hard.

Advanced 

1. Fill in the blank: Use the appropriate transition (consequently, nevertheless, conversely, subsequently, furthermore) to complete the sentences.

1. a) The team performed poorly in the first half; ___, they managed to secure a win in the second half.
2. b) The project exceeded the budget. ___, it failed to meet the client’s expectations.
3. c) I wanted to attend the meeting; ___, I was required to travel for work.
4. d) He didn’t study for the test; ___, he received a low score.
5. e) The company increased its marketing budget; ___, it saw a significant boost in sales.

2. Identify the transition: Underline the transition word or phrase and explain its function (comparison, contrast, cause/effect, etc.).

1. a) She didn’t have enough qualifications for the job; consequently, she wasn’t hired.
2. b) The experiment failed; nevertheless, the data collected was useful for future research.
3. c) The two cities are both bustling with life. Conversely, the rural areas remain calm and quiet.
4. d) The weather was perfect for the event; furthermore, everything went smoothly.
5. e) He finished his degree and, subsequently, began his career as a researcher.

3. Complete the sentences: Add a transition word or phrase (hence, notwithstanding, alternatively, likewise, to that end) to logically connect the ideas.

1. a) The board approved the new policy. ___, the company will implement changes starting next month.
2. b) We missed the last bus. ___, we had to walk home.
3. c) She prefers working in a team. ___, her colleague enjoys independent work.
4. d) The experiment was a success. ___, the team will continue with further trials.
5. e) I enjoy playing tennis. ___, I’ve taken up lessons to improve my skills.

4. Choose the best transition: Select the appropriate advanced transition word to complete the sentence.

1. a) The report was incomplete; ___, the professor requested it be revised.
   (hence, conversely, alternatively)
2. b) She was highly qualified for the position; ___, she didn’t get the job due to the lack of openings.
   (nevertheless, furthermore, hence)
3. c) We could either take the bus or, ___, we could share a ride with James.
   (likewise, conversely, alternatively)
4. d) The economy has improved significantly. ___, many citizens are still struggling financially.
   (however, similarly, hence)
5. e) They conducted several tests on the hypothesis. ___, the results were inconclusive.
   (consequently, to that end, notwithstanding)

5. Correct the errors: Each sentence contains a transition misuse. Correct the sentence by replacing the incorrect transition with an appropriate one.

1. a) She was running late; alternatively, she managed to finish the task on time.
2. b) The company has grown significantly over the past few years. Conversely, its revenue has remained steady.
3. c) The plan was carefully designed. Hence, the team faced numerous obstacles during its execution.
4. d) The team worked overtime to meet the deadline; nonetheless, they were able to complete the project ahead of schedule.
5. e) The argument was flawed, and yet, to that end, it still managed to persuade the audience.

6. Rewrite the sentences: Rewrite the following sentences by using a transition word to make the ideas clearer and more connected.

1. a) The weather was bad. The soccer game was canceled.
2. b) He didn’t follow the instructions. He failed the test.
3. c) She has a lot of experience in project management. She didn’t get the job.
4. d) We didn’t expect much from the new policy. It had a positive impact on the company.
5. e) The study was inconclusive. It provided a basis for further research.