I looked for my book _ couldn't find it.
Correct answer: B. But
- A. And
- B. But
- C. As
- D. If
Explanation
B is the correct choice because it contrasts the two clauses. The first clause, "I looked for my book", implies an action, and "but" introduces a contrasting or unexpected result, "couldn't find it".
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