Question

Why do writers use transition words and phrases?

Select one:

To summarize an idea.

To examine new facts.

To link ideas smoothly together.

To strengthen an argument.

Answer 1

To link ideas smoothly together
Example: instead of
I threw the ball. The dog caught it.
You’d say: I threw the ball and then the dog caught it.
It is much easier to read and also looks better

Answer 2

C. To link ideas smoothly together.