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Expression of IdeasHardTransition to the outcome of a long argument

Expression of Ideas practice question

The town spent two years arguing over where to put the new library. ____ the site chosen was the one first proposed, before the argument began.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. In the end,Correct
  2. B. In addition,
  3. C. For this reason,
  4. D. By contrast,

Answer: A. In the end,

The outcome after the argument.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. In addition,
Not an addition.
C. For this reason,
The choice did not follow from the arguing.
D. By contrast,
Not a contrast of two things.

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