Question

1. which transition words show a contrast?

○ since, because
○ although, despite
○ therefore, so, then
○ first, then, finally

Explanation:

• "since, because" indicate cause/effect.
• "therefore, so, then" show result/sequence.
• "first, then, finally" show chronological order.
• "although, despite" explicitly signal contrast between ideas.

Answer:

C. although, despite