Expression of IdeasMediumTransition intensifying a claim
Expression of Ideas practice question
The exhibition was popular. ____ it drew more visitors in its first week than the previous show had drawn in a month.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. In fact,Correct
- B. However,
- C. Otherwise,
- D. By contrast,
Answer: A. In fact,
The second sentence strengthens the first with a striking figure. 'In fact' introduces an intensification of the same point.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. However,
- 'However' would signal a contrast, but the second sentence agrees with and strengthens the first.
- C. Otherwise,
- 'Otherwise' means 'if not', which doesn't fit a sentence that confirms the first.
- D. By contrast,
- The two sentences point the same way; there is no contrast between them.
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