Expression of IdeasEasy–MediumTransition marking a difference between two things
Expression of Ideas practice question
Most of the orchard's apple trees bloom in April. ____ the pear trees flower a full month earlier.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. In contrast,Correct
- B. Therefore,
- C. Accordingly,
- D. For instance,
Answer: A. In contrast,
Apples in April, pears a month earlier: the second sentence sets one against the other. 'In contrast' marks that difference.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Therefore,
- The pears' earlier flowering isn't caused by the apples' April bloom.
- C. Accordingly,
- 'Accordingly' means 'as a result'; there is no cause-and-effect here.
- D. For instance,
- Pear trees aren't an example of apple trees blooming.
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