Which of these transitional devices shows time reference?
Correct answer: A. Meanwhile
- A. Meanwhile
- B. Namely
- C. Consequently
- D. Otherwise
Explanation
The correct answer is Meanwhile. This transitional device is used to describe actions or events happening at the same time, indicating a relationship in time. On the other hand, Namely is used to introduce specific examples, Consequently indicates a result or consequence, and Otherwise presents an alternative scenario. None of these other options refer to time.
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Transitional devices connect ideas by showing addition, contrast, cause, result, sequence, comparison, example or conclusion. The topic covers the meanings and sentence positions of linking words such as however, therefore, moreover and consequently, including the difference between conjunctive adverbs, coordinating conjunctions and subordinating conjunctions.
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