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Expression of Ideas practice question

The letter is on paper watermarked 1888, its ink is of a type sold from 1885, and it refers to the 'new bridge', opened in 1889. ____ it was almost certainly written in 1889 or soon after.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. Taken together, these details suggest thatCorrect
  2. B. Nonetheless,
  3. C. For instance,
  4. D. In the meantime,

Answer: A. Taken together, these details suggest that

Three clues, then the date they point to.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Nonetheless,
No concession.
C. For instance,
Not an example.
D. In the meantime,
No simultaneous event.

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