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Expression of IdeasEasyChoosing a logical transition

Expression of Ideas practice question

The forecast had promised clear skies for the whole of the festival weekend. ____ rain began falling an hour before the gates opened.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. Instead,Correct
  2. B. Therefore,
  3. C. For example,
  4. D. Likewise,

Answer: A. Instead,

The forecast set up one expectation and the weather delivered the opposite. 'Instead' signals that what happened replaced what was expected.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Therefore,
'Therefore' would make the rain a consequence of the forecast. It's a contradiction of it.
C. For example,
'For example' would make rain an example of clear skies.
D. Likewise,
'Likewise' signals similarity. Rain and clear skies are opposites.

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