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Expression of IdeasEasy–MediumContrast with a common assumption

Expression of Ideas practice question

People assume the old quarry pond is shallow because it is so small. ____ it drops to thirty metres a few strides from the bank.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. In fact,Correct
  2. B. As a result,
  3. C. In addition,
  4. D. Afterwards,

Answer: A. In fact,

Assumed shallow; actually deep: a correction.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. As a result,
Depth is not a result of the assumption.
C. In addition,
It contradicts rather than adds.
D. Afterwards,
No sequence.

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