California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) English Practice Exam

Which transition indicates an accomplishment or conclusion in a narrative essay?

1. Sometime later

2. Finally

3. Conversely

4. Yet

The correct answer is: Finally

The choice that indicates an accomplishment or conclusion in a narrative essay is 'finally.' This transition word signals that the narrative is reaching its end or that a significant event has occurred that brings closure to the story. It typically implies that the author is summarizing the outcomes of events that have taken place, culminating in a final thought or reflection. Using 'finally' effectively communicates to the reader that the events have led to a resolution or an important conclusion, marking it as a pivotal moment in the narrative. This is particularly important in storytelling when wrapping up the primary themes or lessons learned throughout the narrative journey. The other options don’t serve this purpose as directly. While 'sometime later' can denote a passage of time and suggest a continuation, it doesn't imply a conclusion. 'Conversely' introduces contrast and is used to compare differing ideas instead of wrapping up a narrative. 'Yet' implies an ongoing conflict or contrast within the narrative, suggesting that there’s more to unravel rather than culminating in a resolution.