Expression of IdeasEasy–MediumTransition marking the result of a replacement
Expression of Ideas practice question
The old mill's water wheel was replaced last year by a turbine. ____ the mill now generates enough electricity to sell some to the grid.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. As a result,Correct
- B. For example,
- C. Nevertheless,
- D. Similarly,
Answer: A. As a result,
Selling electricity follows from installing the turbine. 'As a result' marks the outcome.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. For example,
- Selling electricity isn't an example of replacing a wheel.
- C. Nevertheless,
- 'Nevertheless' would mean the mill sells power DESPITE the turbine.
- D. Similarly,
- The second sentence isn't a parallel case.
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