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QuizMultiple Choice

Writing a Research-Based Essay

Question 17 • GSC - English Language Arts 11 - B

Read the sentences.In general, different people like different types of humor. _________, some people do not even like comedy. In fact, there has been a huge decrease in viewership of late-night talk shows by people older than 40 in the last 15 years.

Answer
A
As a result
B
In addition
C
However
D
Specifically

Explanation

The first sentence makes a general point about differences in people’s humor preferences. The next sentence gives a specific example: some people do not like comedy at all. “Specifically” signals that example, so the best choice is “Specifically.”

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