Choose the connecting word that best completes the sentence: 'The film was very long; ____, it held my attention to the end.'
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. nevertheless
- Step 1: The second clause contrasts with the expectation that a long film is tiring. Step 2. 'Nevertheless' signals this contrast. Answer: nevertheless. Why not the others: consequently: 'Consequently' signals a result. furthermore: 'Furthermore' adds a similar point. similarly: 'Similarly' compares two alike things.
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