Expression of IdeasHardSpecifying after a general statement
Expression of Ideas practice question
The census takers were told to record every dwelling. ____ they were to note boats moored for more than a month, which the previous census had ignored.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. In particular,Correct
- B. Nevertheless,
- C. On the contrary,
- D. In conclusion,
Answer: A. In particular,
A general instruction, then a specific one within it.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Nevertheless,
- The boats instruction doesn't oppose the general one.
- C. On the contrary,
- Nothing is contradicted.
- D. In conclusion,
- The second sentence adds detail rather than concluding.
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