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11. For centuries, playwrights have tried to reimagine classic narratives and introduce contemporary sensibilities into their productions; ----, no single adaptation has yet managed to satisfy both the rigorous demands of purists and the audience's appetite for entirely novel interpretations. A) for instance B) nevertheless C) likewise D) moreover E) consequently
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Hi Elif, let's look at this sentence completion question to find the best transitional word.
Analyzing Sentence Transitions
First, let's break down the two parts of the sentence separated by the semicolon. The first part says playwrights have long tried to reimagine classic stories with modern sensibilities.
Part 1: Playwrights try to reimagine classics and introduce new sensibilities.
The second part, after the blank, states that no single adaptation has yet managed to satisfy both purists and audiences wanting something novel. This sounds like a negative outcome or a limitation despite the efforts mentioned earlier.
Part 2: No adaptation has fully satisfied both sides (purists vs. novelty-seekers).
We need a connector that shows contrast. Let's evaluate our options. 'For instance' is used for examples, but the second part isn't an example of the first; it's a conflict.
A) for instance (Example) ✖
'Likewise' indicates similarity, and 'Moreover' adds similar information. Neither fits a situation where effort leads to a failed or difficult result.
C) likewise (Similarity) ✖
D) moreover (Addition) ✖
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