Set 10: Transitions
Explanation
PASSAGE
Sarah loved to read mystery novels. She enjoyed trying to guess the killer before the detective did. _______ her brother Tom preferred reading comic books full of action and heroes.
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. Sarah (Mystery) vs Tom (Comics). Contrast between two people's preferences. 'On the other hand' signals this contrast. 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:
• "Sarah loved"
• "Tom preferred"
Why others are wrong: D (Cause/Effect.), B (Specific detail.), C (Addition.).
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