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Medium Reading and Writing · Craft and Structure · None · MCQ

The use of the word "however" at the beginning of the second sentence tells the reader that what is about to be described is in contrast to the first sentence. The second sentence makes a point about the history of women’s writing, whereas the first sentence makes a point about the history of writing as a whole. What is the most likely reason why the writer uses the word "however"?

In this passage, the word "however" is used to

  1. A

    emphasize the importance of the speaker’s message.

  2. B

    introduce a contrast between two ideas.

  3. C

    suggest that the speaker is addressing a large audience.

  4. D

    create a sense of intimacy and connection with the reader.

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