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Craft and Structure practice question

The new library building is larger, brighter, and better equipped than the old one. It is also, admittedly, a twenty-minute bus ride from the town centre where the old library stood. For most users, though, the extra journey has proved a small price for the improvement.

Which choice best describes the function of the second sentence?

  1. A. It acknowledges a drawback before the third sentence argues that it is outweighed.Correct
  2. B. It explains why the new library was built.
  3. C. It argues that the old library was better.
  4. D. It describes the bus service.

Answer: A. It acknowledges a drawback before the third sentence argues that it is outweighed.

'Admittedly' concedes the distance; 'though' in the next sentence answers it.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. It explains why the new library was built.
No reason for building is given.
C. It argues that the old library was better.
The passage favours the new library.
D. It describes the bus service.
The bus is mentioned only as a distance.

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