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Navigating the textual landscape a 10 question expedition

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1. I strongly agree with the author's assertion that ____ climate change is a pressing global issue.

'Because' introduces a reason supporting agreement.. Other options introduce contrasting viewpoints.

2. Which sentence best expresses qualified agreement?

This option shows partial agreement while acknowledging disagreement.. Other options express complete agreement or disagreement.

3. In contrast to the author's optimistic view, ____ I believe the situation is far more complex.

'However' introduces a contrasting viewpoint.. Other options indicate cause-and-effect relationships.

4. Which phrase best indicates a strong disagreement?

This phrase directly and strongly expresses disagreement.. Other options express milder forms of disagreement or uncertainty.

5. The author's analysis, while insightful, ____ fails to address the economic implications.

'Nevertheless' introduces a contrasting point despite initial agreement.. Other options add information rather than contrast.

6. I concur with the author's main argument ____ I have some reservations about the supporting evidence.

'Although' introduces a contrasting point despite initial agreement.. Other options don't accurately reflect the nuanced position.

7. Which sentence best shows a neutral stance?

This sentence describes the argument without expressing personal opinion.. Other options express strong agreement or disagreement.

8. To summarize, ____ the author's perspective offers valuable insights.

'In short' is a suitable way to concisely summarize a viewpoint.. Other options introduce contrasting viewpoints or conditions.

9. It is my contention that ____ the current policies are inadequate.

'That' introduces a clear statement of position.. Other options are grammatically incorrect or semantically inappropriate.

10. Which sentence uses the most formal language to express disagreement?

This sentence uses sophisticated vocabulary to express disagreement formally.. Other options are less formal and direct.

Topics:

Present tenses

Past tenses 1

Present perfect

Present tenses 2

Future 1

Future 2

Countable and uncountable nouns

Referring to nouns

Pronouns and referencing

Adjectives and adverbs

Comparing things

The noun pharse

Modals 1

Modals 2

Reported speech

Verb + verb patterns

Likelihood based on conditions 1

Likelihood based on conditions 2

Presositions

Relative clauses

Ways of organising texts

The passive

Linking ideas

Showing your position in a text

Nominalisation in written English