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Expression of Ideas practice question

The cottage's roof timbers were felled in 1741, its window glass is of a type made only after 1760, and its brick chimney is dated 1762 on the stack. ____ the cottage was probably built with reused timber in the early 1760s.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. Taken together, these clues suggest thatCorrect
  2. B. Even so,
  3. C. For example,
  4. D. Meanwhile,

Answer: A. Taken together, these clues suggest that

Three dated clues, then the conclusion that reconciles them.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Even so,
No concession.
C. For example,
Not an example.
D. Meanwhile,
No simultaneous event.

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