Directions (23-25): In the question given below two sentences are given which are grammatically correct and meaningful. Connect them with the most suitable word given below the statements in the best…

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Directions (23-25): In the question given below two sentences are given which are grammatically correct and meaningful. Connect them with the most suitable word given below the statements in the best possible way without changing the intended meaning. Choose the answer accordingly from the options to form a correct coherent sentence. (I) The shop was closed; (II) We could not buy any groceries.

PYQPulse · Accepted Answer

therefore

PYQPulse · Answer

Explanation: Meaning: Sentence (II) is a direct consequence of (I). Option-wise analysis • (a) although → concessive, not logical. • (b) therefore → correct, shows cause–effect. • (c) yet → shows contrast, not suitable here. • (d) despite → needs restructuring (“Despite the shop being closed…”). • (e) moreover → additive, not logical. Answer: (b) therefore Connected sentence: The shop was closed; therefore, we could not buy any groceries.

Answer: B. therefore

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