SAT Transitions

Although women in cities from New York to Boston demanded equality in academic opportunities, most East Coast universities did not yield to such demands. In fact, coeducational balance did not become a prominent issue for East Coast admissions officers until the 1960s.

• NO CHANGE

• In addition,

• For example,

• Be that as it may,

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

The experiment yielded unexpected results. ______, the researchers decided to conduct further tests.

• However

• Consequently

• In contrast

• Therefore

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The novel received critical acclaim. ______, it was also a commercial success.

• However

• In addition

• Moreover

• On the contrary

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

The team worked diligently on the project. ______, they faced numerous challenges along the way.

• In addition

• Consequently

• However

• Therefore

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

exander Lawrence Posey (1873-1908) varied his focus and tone depending on the genre in which he was writing. In his poetry, he used heartfelt language to evoke the beauty and peacefulness of his natural surroundings; in his journalism, _he employed humor and satire to comment on political issues affecting his Muskogee Creek community. Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?

• by contrast,

• granted,

• similarly,

• that is,

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

With world population topping seven billion, humanity is in need of some perspective. Therefore, we should continue to support NASA not only for practical reasons but also because it is a necessary vehicle for increasing our awareness of how we can fulfill our responsibilities to the planet and each other.

• NO CHANGE

• Instead,

• For example,

• However,

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

The new policy aims to improve employee satisfaction. ______, it has sparked a debate among the staff.

• However

• Consequently

• Therefore

• In addition

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

The artist's latest work showcases her unique style. ______, it has been well-received by critics.

• As a result

• Consequently

• However

• In addition

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

The study revealed significant findings. ______, further research is needed to confirm the results.

• In addition

• However

• Consequently

• Therefore

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

The city implemented new traffic regulations. ______, congestion has decreased in several areas.

• Therefore

• Consequently

• As a result

• In contrast

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2