Question

Which word in this sentence is a transition to show sequence or results?

The two companies met at Promontory, Utah, in May 1869. They then joined the railroad tracks with gold and silver spikes in a festive ceremony. (5 points)


At

In

Then

With

Answer 1

It is then because it is saying you would "then" do that. 

Answer 2

The word in the sentence above that is a transition to show sequence or results is THEN.

The importance of transition words lies in its function of helping the audience understand the logic of a message. The transition words and phrases are particularly useful in essays, speeches, emails, reports, and any other form of academic or formal communication.

These words and phrases may introduce a consequence or result. These includ then, as such, therefore, consequently, as a result, accordingly, hence.