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Expression of Ideas practice question

The path along the cliff top is dangerous in wet weather. ____ it is closed for part of every year to protect nesting seabirds.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. Besides,Correct
  2. B. Otherwise,
  3. C. Instead,
  4. D. In contrast,

Answer: A. Besides,

Two reasons the path may be unavailable, one after the other. 'Besides' adds the second to the first.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Otherwise,
'Otherwise' means 'if not', which doesn't join two reasons.
C. Instead,
'Instead' replaces one thing with another; both facts hold.
D. In contrast,
Both sentences count against using the path; there is no contrast.

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