EXERCISE 3–3 Transitions

EXERCISE 3–3Transitions

The sentences in this exercise are all taken from one paragraph in a student paper giving information and advice to readers about water conservation. Before working the exercise, read the example, which is the first sentence in the paragraph. Then, for each numbered item, click on the transition that makes sense in context.

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EXERCISE 3–3 Transitions - 1 of 5: (Thus / For example / Besides), if you install low-flow showerheads and water-saving toilets, your household can save dozens of gallons of water a day.

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EXERCISE 3–3 Transitions - 2 of 5: Many people resist such measures because they think that these inventions do not work as well as the old models. (Consequently / Therefore / On the contrary), because of technological advances, today’s water-conserving showers and toilets work surprisingly well.

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EXERCISE 3–3 Transitions - 3 of 5: By purchasing newer, environmentally friendly clothes washers and dishwashers, you can also conserve water. (As a result / In addition / Nevertheless), you can save more water by running loads only when they are full.

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EXERCISE 3–3 Transitions - 4 of 5: Another way to conserve water is to replace your thirsty lawn with drought-resistant native plants, grasses, and shrubs. If you can’t bear to give up your lawn, (for instance / however / moreover), you can decide to water it early in the morning or late in the evening when the weather is cooler and water loss from evaporation is less likely.

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EXERCISE 3–3 Transitions - 5 of 5: (Finally / That is / Thus), turn the water off instead of letting it run when brushing your teeth or washing dishes by hand. Conserving water isn’t difficult to do; it just takes awareness.