Which transitional device is best for contrasting two ideas?
Correct answer: A. However
- A. However
- B. Additionally
- C. Likewise
- D. Therefore
Explanation
The correct answer is 'However'. This transitional device is specifically used for introducing a contrast or a shift in ideas. 'Additionally' and 'Likewise' are used to show continuation or similarity, not contrast. 'Therefore' indicates consequence or result, not a contrasting idea.
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About Transitional Devices
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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