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Expression of Ideas practice question

A few animals can survive being frozen solid. ____ the wood frog spends the winter with two-thirds of its body water turned to ice, and thaws in spring.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. For example,Correct
  2. B. In contrast,
  3. C. Therefore,
  4. D. Nonetheless,

Answer: A. For example,

A general claim, then one animal that does exactly what was claimed. 'For example' introduces the case.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. In contrast,
The frog is an instance of the claim, not a contrast to it.
C. Therefore,
The frog's survival isn't a consequence of the general claim.
D. Nonetheless,
'Nonetheless' signals a contrast, but the frog supports the claim.

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