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Set 16: Transitions

Explanation

Answer: A

PASSAGE

Many organisms have developed survival mechanisms. _______ the arctic fox uses protective coloration to evade predators.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

A. Specifically,✓ Correct
B. In addition,
C. Comparably,
D. Nevertheless,

Detailed Answer Explanation

The correct answer is 'Specifically,' because the relationship between the sentences is giving an example. Example transitions introduce a specific illustration of a general statement. Words like "For example" and "Specifically" signal that concrete evidence follows a broader claim.

Key Evidence:

• "Many organisms have developed survival mechanisms...."

• "the arctic fox uses protective coloration to evade..."

Why others are wrong: B ('In addition,' adds parallel information, but this sentence provides a specific illustration of the general claim), C ('Comparably,' suggests similarity between different subjects, but this is an example within the same topic), D ('Nevertheless,' signals opposition, but the specific case here supports and illustrates the general statement).