Transitional Devices MCQs set 2 for ETEA / KMU MDCAT (KPK) English — 20 solved questions.
Q1. The new employee was very nervous on his first day; _______________, he made a good impression on his colleagues.
Answer: therefore
Explanation: The sentence requires a transitional device showing cause-and-effect; 'therefore' is the correct choice. 'However' and 'nevertheless' show contrast.
Q2. The company's profits have been declining; _______________, they are planning to downsize their workforce.
Answer: consequently
Explanation: 'Consequently' indicates a result or effect, fitting the context. 'Additionally' and 'alternatively' do not show cause-and-effect.
Q3. The researcher's findings were groundbreaking; _______________, they were met with skepticism by the scientific community initially.
Answer: however
Explanation: 'However' indicates a contrast, fitting the sentence's context. 'Thus' would indicate a consequence, not a contrast.
Q4. The tourist got lost in the city; _______________, she asked for directions from a local.
Answer: eventually
Explanation: 'Eventually' indicates that after some time, she asked for directions. Other options show immediate consequence.
Q5. The new policy aims to reduce carbon emissions; _______________, it promotes the use of renewable energy sources.
Answer: in other words
Explanation: 'In other words' is used for clarification or paraphrasing, fitting the context. 'Furthermore' adds more information but doesn't clarify.
Q6. The students were tired; _______________, they stayed up late to finish their project.
Answer: despite this
Explanation: 'Despite this' indicates a contrast, showing they stayed up late in spite of being tired. 'Because of this' would imply their tiredness caused them to stay up.
Q7. The artist's work is known for its beauty; _______________, it is also praised for its originality.
Answer: moreover
Explanation: 'Moreover' adds a positive statement, supporting the first clause. 'However' and 'in contrast' would indicate a negative or opposing view.
Q8. The company's financial reports showed a significant loss; _______________, the investors were worried.
Answer: consequently
Explanation: 'Consequently' indicates a result or effect, fitting the context. 'In addition' adds information, not a consequence.
Q9. The teacher asked the students to write an essay; _______________, they were given a week to complete it.
Answer: accordingly
Explanation: 'Accordingly' indicates a consequence or a following action, fitting the context. 'Additionally' adds more information.
Q10. The professor's lecture was lengthy; _______________, the students took detailed notes.
Answer: consequently
Explanation: 'Consequently' indicates a result, showing the students took notes because the lecture was lengthy. 'However' shows contrast.
Q11. The city is known for its historical landmarks; _______________, it attracts many tourists.
Answer: therefore
Explanation: 'Therefore' indicates a consequence, showing the city's landmarks attract tourists. 'However' indicates a contrast.
Q12. The new smartphone model has advanced features; _______________, it is more expensive than the previous model.
Answer: consequently
Explanation: 'Consequently' indicates a result, fitting the context. 'Additionally' and 'moreover' add information, not a consequence.
Q13. The researcher studied the effects of climate change; _______________, she published her findings in a renowned journal.
Answer: subsequently
Explanation: 'Subsequently' indicates a following action, fitting the context. 'Meanwhile' indicates something happening simultaneously.
Q14. The patient's condition improved; _______________, the doctor reduced the medication dosage.
Answer: consequently
Explanation: 'Consequently' indicates a result or effect, fitting the context. 'In addition' adds more information, not a consequence.
Q15. The artist's style is unique; _______________, it is easily recognizable.
Answer: therefore
Explanation: 'Therefore' indicates a consequence, showing the style is recognizable because it's unique. 'However' indicates a contrast.
Q16. The team worked diligently; _______________, they achieved their project goals ahead of schedule.
Answer: as a result
Explanation: 'As a result' indicates a consequence, fitting the context. 'In spite of this' and 'nevertheless' show contrast, not consequence.
Q17. The new policy has several benefits; _______________, it may have some drawbacks.
Answer: on the other hand
Explanation: 'On the other hand' indicates a contrast, fitting the context. 'However' also shows contrast but is typically used at the beginning of a sentence.
Q18. The company is expanding its operations; _______________, it is hiring new staff members.
Answer: consequently
Explanation: 'Consequently' indicates a result, fitting the context. 'Additionally' adds more information, not a consequence.
Q19. The professor's lecture on climate change was thorough, ______ it included both historical data and future projections.
Answer: moreover
Explanation: Moreover is correct as it adds to the information. 'Therefore' and 'thus' imply a conclusion, while 'however' indicates contrast.
Q20. The new policy has been implemented; _______, the effects on the company's profits will be closely monitored.
Answer: accordingly
Explanation: Accordingly is correct as it indicates a consequence or a result. 'Consequently' also implies a result, but 'accordingly' is more formal and suitable here.