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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?

  1. A. In contrast,Correct
  2. B. As a result,
  3. C. For instance,
  4. 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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