Passage. “Although the village had reliable electricity, most households still heated water on stoves.” Which word is closest in meaning to although as used here?
Q1. Passage. “Although the village had reliable electricity, most households still heated water on stoves.” Which word is closest in meaning to although as used here?
Answer: However
Explanation: "Although" introduces a contrast or concession; "however" is the closest equivalent among the options, also signalling contrast between an expected and an actual outcome.