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Expression of Ideas practice question

The recipe calls for fresh basil. ____ dried basil will do in a pinch, provided you use half as much.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. However,Correct
  2. B. Therefore,
  3. C. Similarly,
  4. D. In fact,

Answer: A. However,

The first sentence states the requirement; the second allows a substitute. 'However' introduces the exception.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Therefore,
Allowing dried basil isn't a consequence of calling for fresh.
C. Similarly,
Dried basil isn't presented as a similar case but as a fallback.
D. In fact,
'In fact' would intensify the call for fresh basil, not relax it.

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