Set 8: Transitions (Intermediate)
Explanation
PASSAGE
Ancient Rome had advanced engineering. _______ Roman aqueducts are still standing today.
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. 'In fact' emphasizes the previous point with evidence: the aqueducts prove advanced engineering. 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:
• "advanced engineering"
• "still standing today"
Why others are wrong: B ('However' shows contrast, but this is supporting evidence.), D ('On the contrary' shows opposition, not support.), A ('Meanwhile' signals simultaneous events, not emphasis.).
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