Expression of IdeasEasy–MediumTransition contrasting old and new buses
Expression of Ideas practice question
The old diesel buses were noisy and slow. ____ the new electric buses are almost silent and pull away from stops much faster.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. In contrast,Correct
- B. As a result,
- C. For instance,
- D. In addition,
Answer: A. In contrast,
Noisy and slow against silent and fast: the second sentence sets the new buses against the old. 'In contrast' marks the difference.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. As a result,
- The new buses' qualities aren't caused by the old buses' faults.
- C. For instance,
- The new buses aren't an example of the old ones.
- D. In addition,
- 'In addition' would add more faults; the second sentence describes merits.
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