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Let’s go step by step to fill in the blanks with the right transition words. We have these words to choose from:

- In addition
- Despite
- Because of
- Moreover
- Therefore
- Although
- Finally
- In short

We must use each word only once.

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First blank:

> ________ watching television is a great way to relax, many students watch too much television...

This sentence starts with something positive (“great way to relax”) but then says “many students watch too much” — which is negative. So we need a word that shows contrast. The best fit here is Although.

✔ First blank: Although

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Second blank:

> This can distract students when they try to do their homework. ________ the sound coming from the TV, students may find it harder to read books or write essays.

Here, the sound from the TV is causing the problem — so we’re showing cause and effect. The phrase “the sound coming from the TV” is the reason why it’s hard to focus. So we use Because of.

✔ Second blank: Because of

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Third blank:

> ________, the quick camera shots on many television shows make it harder for children to pay attention for long periods of time.

This is adding another negative point about TV (after distraction and difficulty reading). So we want a word that adds more information — like “also” or “furthermore.” From our list, Moreover fits perfectly.

✔ Third blank: Moreover

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Fourth blank:

> ________, television may negatively affect students in many ways.

This comes after listing several bad effects. It’s summarizing what was just said — so we want a concluding word. Therefore means “as a result,” which works here because all the previous points lead to this conclusion.

✔ Fourth blank: Therefore

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Fifth blank:

> ________ these negative effects of television, there is a place for a television in every home.

Again, we’re contrasting — even though TV has bad effects, it still has good uses. So we need a word that shows contrast again. We already used “Although,” so now we use Despite.

✔ Fifth blank: Despite

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Sixth blank:

> Families often spend time together watching television shows, and this can often lead to interesting conversations and discussions. ________, after a long day at work, it can be nice to sit down and watch a movie or TV show.

This is adding another positive point — relaxing after work. So we want a word that adds more support. We already used “Moreover,” so next best is In addition.

✔ Sixth blank: In addition

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Seventh blank:

> ________, TV news shows and documentaries can be informative and can teach television viewers new things about the world.

Another positive point — educational value. We’ve used “In addition” and “Moreover,” so let’s use Finally to show this is the last point in this section.

✔ Seventh blank: Finally

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Eighth blank:

> ________, television can be either good or bad if it is used properly.

This is wrapping up the whole essay — giving a final summary. The best word for that is In short.

✔ Eighth blank: In short

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Now let’s check: Did we use any word twice? Let’s list them:

1. Although
2. Because of
3. Moreover
4. Therefore
5. Despite
6. In addition
7. Finally
8. In short

All 8 words used exactly once. Perfect!

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Final Answer:
Although
Because of
Moreover
Therefore
Despite
In addition
Finally
In short