Set 11: Transitions (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
Van Gogh sold only one painting during his lifetime. _______ his works are now worth millions of dollars.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
Detailed Answer Explanation
This question asks you to choose the transition that best connects two ideas. 'Today' signals a time contrast between his lifetime and now. Transitions signal the relationship between sentences or paragraphs. Determine the logical relationship (addition, contrast, cause-effect, example) and select the transition that accurately expresses it. The right transition makes the relationship between ideas crystal clear. Consider what logical connection exists: Is the second idea adding to the first? Contrasting it? Showing a result? The transition should accurately reflect this relationship.
Key Evidence:
• "during his lifetime"
• "now worth millions"
Why others are wrong: D ('For example' introduces an example, not a time shift.), A ('Therefore' implies cause-effect, but being unpopular didn't cause high prices.), B ('Additionally' adds information but doesn't signal the time contrast.).
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