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Footbridge Long Build Disabled Add Reason Give Special

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Keyword also
Sub Entry Number 3
Type of Sentence ?
Error Sentence A footbridge would take too long to build. Also, it would be of no use to the disabled.
Correct Sentence A footbridge would take too long to build. Furthermore, it would be of no use to the disabled.
Cloze Error Sentence A footbridge would take too long to build. [[Also]], it would be of no use to the disabled.
Cloze Sentence A footbridge would take too long to build. [[Furthermore]], it would be of no use to the disabled.
Cloze Answer Furthermore
Choices Furthermore | Also
Explanation

When you want to add another reason and give it special emphasis or importance, use furthermore, moreover, what's more or besides: 'The drug has powerful side effects. Moreover, it can be addictive.' Also is not wrong but does not have the same persuasive force.

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