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The school has two entrances. The front door, with its brass plate and its steps, is used once a year, at prize-giving. Every other day, pupils, staff, and visitors alike come in through the side door by the bike shed. ____

Which choice most logically completes the text?

  1. A. The front door is kept for ceremony rather than for use.Correct
  2. B. The front door is locked permanently.
  3. C. The side door is more impressive.
  4. D. The school has no prize-giving.

Answer: A. The front door is kept for ceremony rather than for use.

Once a year, on the grand occasion.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. The front door is locked permanently.
It is used at prize-giving.
C. The side door is more impressive.
The brass plate and steps are on the front.
D. The school has no prize-giving.
It has one.

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