Mixed Signals

Worksheet Description

The worksheet presents an activity where students are given sentences with incorrectly used signal words and are tasked with rewriting each sentence using the correct signal word. The signal words are meant to indicate logical relationships such as causality, addition, sequence, and contrast, but they are misplaced within the sentences provided. Students must identify the intended meaning of each sentence and select an appropriate signal word from their understanding of the text to correct the sentence. This exercise is designed to test and improve students’ ability to discern the proper use of signal words in context.

The intent of the worksheet is to refine students’ skills in identifying and employing the correct signal words to convey the intended logical relationships in writing. By recognizing and correcting the misused signal words, students practice how to make clear connections between ideas, which is essential for coherent writing. The activity enhances their editing skills and deepens their understanding of how different signal words can change the meaning of a sentence. This form of practice is crucial in developing their ability to write precisely and effectively, enabling them to become better communicators.