Set 7: Transitions
Explanation
PASSAGE
Emily Dickinson's poetry frequently explores themes of death and immortality. Her poems use unconventional punctuation and capitalization to create unusual rhythms and emphases. _______ her reclusive lifestyle and the posthumous publication of most of her work have added to her enigmatic reputation.
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. Moving from her poetry's features to biographical factors. 'Beyond this' extends the discussion to additional relevant aspects. 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:
• "poetry frequently explores"
• "reclusive lifestyle... have added to her enigmatic reputation"
Why others are wrong: D (Contrast - both points contribute to understanding Dickinson.), C (Restatement - lifestyle is new information, not a restatement.), B (Cause/effect - her lifestyle isn't caused by her poetry style.).
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