Set 10: Transitions
Explanation
PASSAGE
Recycling reduces waste in landfills. _______ it saves natural resources by reusing materials.
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. 'Moreover' adds another benefit of recycling to the first one. 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:
• "reduces waste"
• "saves natural resources"
Why others are wrong: D ('Nevertheless' shows contrast, but this is adding benefits.), B ('In contrast' shows opposition, but both are benefits.), C ('Instead' suggests replacement, not addition.).
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