Identify the four purposes of transitions. Provide an example which demonstrates at least one purpose.

What will be an ideal response?

- The four purposes of transitions are
(1) create a sense of movement and form
(2) help listeners follow the speaker's movement,
(3) help listeners remember what was said,
(4) keep the speaker from emphasizing gaps and losing connections.
- Student examples will vary.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word.

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