mdcat english MCQ #403

The sentence 'Hardly had they arrived when the argument started' is an example of inversion used to:

mdcat english MCQ #403

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The sentence 'Hardly had they arrived when the argument started' is an example of inversion used to:

    • A) Show a cause-and-effect relationship
    • B) Indicate a contrast
    • C) Emphasize the timing
    • D) Express a wish

    Answer: Emphasize the timing

    Explanation: The inversion emphasizes the timing of the events. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.