English & Language UsageQuestion 118 of 120
Which word correctly completes the sentence: "The patient responded well to the treatment; ___, the doctor was pleased."
a.however
b.therefore
c.although
d.despite
Explanation
The two clauses show a cause-and-effect relationship: because the patient responded well, the doctor was pleased. 'Therefore' signals this result. 'However' would wrongly signal contrast.
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