Expression of IdeasHardTransition introducing an action toward a goal
Expression of Ideas practice question
The city wants to cut the number of cars entering the centre. ____ it has doubled the frequency of buses on every route into town.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. To that end,Correct
- B. Nonetheless,
- C. In contrast,
- D. Meanwhile,
Answer: A. To that end,
The first sentence states a goal; the second gives the action taken to reach it. 'To that end' means 'for that purpose'.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Nonetheless,
- 'Nonetheless' signals a contrast, but the bus change serves the goal rather than opposing it.
- C. In contrast,
- There is no contrast; the second sentence pursues the aim of the first.
- D. Meanwhile,
- 'Meanwhile' points to something happening at the same time in a different place, not an action taken for a purpose.
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