Expression of IdeasMediumChoosing a logical transition
Expression of Ideas practice question
The engineers first drained the reservoir completely. ____ they inspected every section of the dam wall for cracks.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
- A. Afterward,Correct
- B. However,
- C. Instead,
- D. Similarly,
Answer: A. Afterward,
'First' in the opening sentence sets up a sequence. The inspection is the next step, so a transition marking time order fits.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. However,
- 'However' signals contrast; inspecting the wall doesn't oppose draining the reservoir.
- C. Instead,
- 'Instead' would mean they inspected the wall rather than draining the reservoir. They did both, in order.
- D. Similarly,
- 'Similarly' signals a parallel point, not a next step.
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