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Difficulty: EasyTransitions: Addition and Similarity

In the nineteenth century, structural engineers favored wrought iron for its high tensile strength, which allowed it to support heavy loads. ______ they valued the material's resistance to corrosion, which ensured the longevity of exposed bridges.

Which choice completes the passage with the most logical transition?

  1. A
    However,
  2. B
    Therefore,
  3. Furthermore,Answer
  4. D
    Furthermore, likewise,

Answer

Furthermore,
The correct option is 'Furthermore,' because the passage presents two distinct, complementary reasons why engineers favored wrought iron: its high tensile strength and its resistance to corrosion. Since the second sentence adds another point to the first, a transition of addition is required. The word 'Furthermore' correctly and concisely establishes this relationship.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the relationship between the first and second sentences.
The first sentence explains that engineers favored wrought iron for its high tensile strength. The second sentence states that they also valued its resistance to corrosion. The second sentence is adding another positive feature of wrought iron to the first.
Identifying the logical connection between the two sentences helps determine the correct category of transition word.
2
Evaluate the transition choices based on the identified relationship.
An addition transition is required. The option containing 'Furthermore' fits this purpose. The options containing 'However' (contrast) and 'Therefore' (cause-and-effect) do not fit. The option combining 'Furthermore' and 'likewise' is redundant.
Selecting the option that correctly and non-redundantly expresses addition ensures logical and grammatical coherence.

Key Concept

Identifying transition words that establish addition and similarity relations between sentences or clauses.
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Transitions: Addition and Similarity

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