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Expression of Ideas practice question

The census of 1851 recorded every resident of the parish by name, age, and occupation. ____ it is the earliest record from which the make-up of individual households can be reconstructed.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. Consequently,Correct
  2. B. Nevertheless,
  3. C. By contrast,
  4. D. For instance,

Answer: A. Consequently,

Recording everyone by name is why households can be reconstructed.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Nevertheless,
No contrast.
C. By contrast,
No contrast.
D. For instance,
Not an example.

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