Expression of IdeasEasy–MediumChoosing a logical transition
Expression of Ideas practice question
During the drought the river's water level dropped by more than two metres. ____ barges could no longer reach the ports upstream.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. As a result,Correct
- B. Nevertheless,
- C. In contrast,
- D. For example,
Answer: A. As a result,
Barges being unable to reach the ports is a direct consequence of the low water. A cause-and-effect transition fits.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Nevertheless,
- 'Nevertheless' would mean the barges' problem happened in spite of the low water, when it happened because of it.
- C. In contrast,
- 'In contrast' sets two things against each other; the second sentence follows from the first, not against it.
- D. For example,
- 'For example' would make the barges an example of the water level dropping.
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