Question #N650
The passage describes a scientific study about the effects of a particular treatment on a certain group of people. The author uses the word "however" to indicate a shift in focus from the overall results of the study to a particular aspect of the study. The author also uses the word "because" to explain why the study’s findings may not apply to everyone.
What is the most likely reason the author uses the word "however" in this passage?
A. To introduce a contrasting idea to the previous sentence.
B. To emphasize the importance of the previous sentence.
C. To provide an example that supports the previous sentence.
D. To suggest that the author is unsure of the study’s findings.
Correct Answer is: A
The word "however" is used to introduce a contrasting idea to the previous sentence. The previous sentence discussed the overall results of the study, and the sentence that follows "however" focuses on a particular aspect of the study. This shift in focus is highlighted by the use of "however."