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Expression of Ideas practice question

The archive's oldest documents need special handling. ____ the parchment charters must be kept flat, never folded, and read only under low light.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. In particular,Correct
  2. B. On the contrary,
  3. C. As a result,
  4. D. Meanwhile,

Answer: A. In particular,

A general rule, then the specific case within it.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. On the contrary,
No contradiction.
C. As a result,
The charters' handling is not a result of the general need.
D. Meanwhile,
No simultaneous event.

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