Expression of IdeasHardChoosing a logical transition
Expression of Ideas practice question
When the novel was first published, it was dismissed by critics and sold poorly. ____ it has since become one of the most widely assigned books in American high schools.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. Nevertheless,Correct
- B. Consequently,
- C. For instance,
- D. Likewise,
Answer: A. Nevertheless,
A poor reception would lead you to expect the book to be forgotten; instead it became widely taught. The second sentence holds despite the first, so a concession transition fits: 'Nevertheless'.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Consequently,
- 'Consequently' would claim the book's later success was CAUSED by its poor reception. The passage presents the success as surprising in light of the reception, not produced by it.
- C. For instance,
- 'For instance' introduces an example of the previous claim. Being widely taught is not an example of being dismissed.
- D. Likewise,
- 'Likewise' signals that the second sentence parallels the first. The two describe opposite fortunes.
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