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Craft and StructureEasy–MediumFunction of a sentence stating a contrast

Craft and Structure practice question

Most wild cats hunt alone. Lions are the exception: they live in groups and hunt together, which lets them bring down prey far larger than any one lion could. Biologists think this cooperation arose on open grassland, where hiding is hard and teamwork pays.

Which choice best describes the function of the second sentence?

  1. A. It presents an exception to the general pattern stated in the first sentence.Correct
  2. B. It explains why most wild cats hunt alone.
  3. C. It gives an example that confirms the first sentence.
  4. D. It questions whether the first sentence is true.

Answer: A. It presents an exception to the general pattern stated in the first sentence.

'Lions are the exception' announces a case that does not fit the pattern, then describes it.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. It explains why most wild cats hunt alone.
The reasons for solitary hunting aren't given anywhere.
C. It gives an example that confirms the first sentence.
Lions contradict the pattern rather than confirm it.
D. It questions whether the first sentence is true.
The text accepts that most cats hunt alone; lions are singled out as the exception.

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