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Expression of IdeasHardMarking a reversal in a narrative

Expression of Ideas practice question

The team led by two goals with ten minutes to play. ____ a pair of late mistakes handed the match to their opponents.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. ButCorrect
  2. B. So
  3. C. Indeed,
  4. D. For instance,

Answer: A. But

Leading, then losing: a reversal.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. So
Losing is not a result of leading.
C. Indeed,
'Indeed' would intensify the lead, not reverse it.
D. For instance,
The mistakes are not an example of the lead.

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