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ADDITIVE TRANSITION
SIGNALS
Brought to you by
MRS. JENIFER B. TOPE

2.
OBJECTIVE:
 Identify the
correct additive
transition signal
in sentences.

3.
ADDITIVE
Additive transitions are
used to add a similar idea,
introduce an additional
idea, introduce an example
or illustration, introduce a
restatement or explanation ,
and or draw to close or
summarize.

4.
 We should all be careful
with the corona virus
disease that makes our
respiratory system
weak, likewise the HIV/
AIDS that makes our
immune system frail.
To add a similar idea

5.
comparatively
correspondingly
coupled with similar to
likewise
together with
equally
identically

6.
 The government
reminds the people on
the existing policies on
community quarantine.
Also, it advices them to
always observe
appropriate health
protocols.
To introduce an additional
idea

7.
also
additionally
furthermore in addition
In addition
similarly
moreover
moreover
likewise
as well as
besides
too

8.
 There are various health
protocols that the government
mandates. Social or physical
distancing, for example, must
be strictly observed especially
in public places.
To introduce an example or
illustration

9.
for example
to demonstrate
for instance namely
in particular
such as
specifically

10.
We did not enjoy our
vacation in Hong Kong.
In fact, heavy rains
poured the city for almost
three days.
To introduce a restatement
or explanation

11.
that is
indeed namely
in fact
specifically
thus

12.
 Many companies were forced to
shutdown. The unemployment
rate increases for the past four
months. A number of OFWs have
been repatriated. In conclusion,
the country is experiencing great
economic losses due to covid 19
pandemic.
To draw to a close or
summarize

13.
to conclude
as a final point
in conclusion
in brief
specifically
thus
in summary
lastly
finally
in short

14.
Identify the correct additive
transition signal in parentheses.
1. The victim opened the door to
get out, and a cold waft of air
blew in, (namely, together with)
the sound of the pouring rain
outside.

15.
Identify the correct additive
transition signal in parentheses.
1. The victim opened the door to
get out, and a cold waft of air
blew in, (namely, together with)
the sound of the pouring rain
outside.
To add a similar idea

16.
2. This pandemic is alarming,
we must follow the Gov’t
protocols, restrict travels, stay
at home and pray to God (in
short, for example)let us keep
ourselves safe.

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2. This pandemic is alarming,
we must follow the Gov’t
protocols, restrict travels, stay
at home and pray to God (in
short, for example)let us keep
ourselves safe.
To draw to a close or summarize

18.
3. There are so many problems
that our government
encountered this 2020 (that is,
such as) Taal eruption, Covid 19
virus, Earthquake and typhoon

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3. There are so many problems
that our government
encountered this 2020 (that is,
such as) Taal eruption, Covid 19
virus, Earthquake and typhoon
To introduce an example or illustration

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4. PAGASA reminded the
people of the super typhoon
that will enter the Philippine
Area of Responsibility.
(Indeed,Also) it advised the
Local Government Unit to
conduct forced evacuation.

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4. PAGASA reminded the
people of the super typhoon
that will enter the Philippine
Area of Responsibility.
(Indeed,Also) it advised the
Local Government Unit to
conduct forced evacuation.
To introduce an additional idea

22.
5. She decided not to go to
China. (Therefore, In fact) she
told me, “No way”.

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5. She decided not to go to
China. (Therefore, In fact) she
told me, “No way”.
To introduce a restatement or explanation

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Learning Task 5 -
Make two columns on your
paper. On the first column
write down the transition
signals found in LT 4, then
on the second column,
identify its functions.
(functions on pp 28 – 29)

25.
Learning Task 6
Use each correct
transition signal in
LT4 in your own
sentence. pp. 28 - 29