Expression of IdeasEasy–MediumContrast between prediction and outcome
Expression of Ideas practice question
Forecasters expected the storm to pass north of the islands. ____ it turned south overnight and struck them directly.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. Instead,Correct
- B. Consequently,
- C. For example,
- D. In the same way,
Answer: A. Instead,
Expected north; went south: the outcome replaced the prediction.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Consequently,
- The turn is not a consequence of the forecast.
- C. For example,
- Not an example.
- D. In the same way,
- Not similar.
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