Words such as "nevertheless," "however," "but," and "therefore"
A) are called pointer words.
B) introduce modifiers.
C) occur only in complex sentences.
D) are useful for making transitions.
E) are examples of pompous, stale language.

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D)Transitions connect ideas by showing how one thought is related to another.They also help alert the reader to what lies ahead so that shifts and changes do not cause confusion.In addition to helping readers understand the connections you are trying to make,transitions give your writing a smooth,even flow.Conjunctions such as and,but,or,nevertheless,however,and in addition are all transitions.There is no term "pointer words." Transitions occur in all types of sentences,not just complex ones,and are not examples of pompous and stale language.

Words Such as "Nevertheless," "However," "But," and "Therefore