Identify addition transitions

An addition transition tells the reader that what follows extends the previous idea in the same direction — more evidence, another example of the same point, or a further detail. It does not reverse the idea or draw a consequence from it.

The usual signals are "also," "moreover," "furthermore," "in addition," and "additionally." A close cousin is "in fact," which adds information that strengthens or sharpens the point just made.

To choose one, check the relationship between the two parts. If the second part gives more support in the same direction, an addition transition fits; if it reverses the idea, you need a contrast word; if it states a result, you need a cause-and-effect word; if it gives an instance, you need an example word.

This also helps you eliminate. If two answer choices both mean "add more information," they are interchangeable, and since only one answer can be correct, both can be crossed out.

A text reads: "The park protects nesting birds. _____, it bans fishing during the spawning season." Which fits: "However" or "In addition"?
Use "In addition." The second part adds another protective measure in the same direction, so an addition transition fits; "However" would wrongly signal a contrast.

A text reads: "Sales doubled this quarter. _____, the company hired more staff." Is "Moreover" or "As a result" correct?
Use "As a result." Hiring is a consequence of the sales rise, not just extra information, so the link is cause-and-effect, not addition.

Two of the answer choices are "Also" and "Furthermore." Can either be the answer?
No. Both signal simple addition, so they mean the same thing. Since only one choice can be correct, these interchangeable transitions cancel out and both are eliminated.