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Expression of Ideas practice question

To split a log cleanly, the woodsman first stands it on the block and finds the crack that runs from the centre. ____ he strikes along that crack, and the log falls in two.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. ThenCorrect
  2. B. However,
  3. C. In particular,
  4. D. Otherwise,

Answer: A. Then

'First … then': steps.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. However,
No contrast.
C. In particular,
Not a detail of the first step.
D. Otherwise,
No alternative condition.

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