These shoes are old _ comfortable.
Correct answer: A. But
- A. But
- B. Or
- C. And
- D. As
Explanation
The sentence should read: "These shoes are old but comfortable."But" (option A) is the correct choice because it contrasts the two qualities of the shoes. The word "old" might imply worn out or less desirable, but "but" introduces a surprising or contrasting idea, that they are still comfortable.
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