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Expression of IdeasHardTransition marking a reversal of expectation

Expression of Ideas practice question

The council expected the new car park to ease the pressure on the high street. ____ the extra spaces drew more drivers into town, and the high street is busier than before.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

  1. A. In the event,Correct
  2. B. For example,
  3. C. Similarly,
  4. D. In other words,

Answer: A. In the event,

What actually happened.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. For example,
Not an example.
C. Similarly,
Not a similarity.
D. In other words,
Not a restatement.

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