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Expression of Ideas practice question

To lay a hedge, the hedger first cuts each stem most of the way through near the base. ____ he bends the stem over and weaves it between stakes, where it goes on growing.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

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

Answer: A. Then

'First … then': steps.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. However,
No contrast.
C. In other words,
Not a restatement.
D. Otherwise,
No alternative condition.

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