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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?

  1. A. To that end,Correct
  2. B. Nonetheless,
  3. C. In contrast,
  4. 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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