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Expression of Ideas practice question

The reviewer did not find the film too long. ____ she wished its final act had been given more time to breathe.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. On the contrary,Correct
  2. B. Therefore,
  3. C. In addition,
  4. D. For example,

Answer: A. On the contrary,

The first sentence denies a criticism; the second asserts the opposite view (it should have been longer). 'On the contrary' introduces that reversal.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Therefore,
Wanting more time isn't a consequence of not finding the film too long.
C. In addition,
The second sentence doesn't add to the first; it pushes the other way.
D. For example,
The second sentence isn't an example of the first.

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