In each question in the following, four alternative sentences are given. Choose the CORRECT one.
Correct answer: A. The conjunctive adverbs pretend they are conjunctions; however, the semicolon is what really connects the two clauses together
- A. The conjunctive adverbs pretend they are conjunctions; however, the semicolon is what really connects the two clauses together
- B. The conjunctive adverbs pretend they are conjunctions; meanwhile, the semicolon is what really connects the two clauses together
- C. The conjunctive adverbs pretend they are conjunctions; for instance, the semicolon is what really connects the two clauses together
- D. The conjunctive adverbs pretend they are conjunctions; nevertheless, the semicolon is what really connects the two clauses together
Explanation
The conjunctive adverbs pretend they are conjunctions; however, the semicolon is what really connects the two clauses together."This option is correct. "However" is a suitable conjunctive adverb in this context, indicating a contrast between the two clauses. The semicolon is appropriately used to connect the related independent clauses.In summary, Option A is the most appropriate choice for conveying a moderate contrast between the two clauses.
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