Explanation of Questions 13, 14, 15, 18, and 19 from the English Grammar Exercise
13. Question Explanation
Sentence:
“Tourism industry in Turkey has been booming — those in other Islamic countries on the Mediterranean having hard times in this regard recently.”
Options:
- A) as well as
- B) so as to
- C) however
- D) in contrast to
- E) in addition to
Correct Answer: A) as well as
Explanation:
The sentence aims to link two facts: tourism booming in Turkey and difficulties in other countries. “As well as” means “also” or “in addition,” fitting the context that Turkey is also booming in tourism. Other options like “however” and “in contrast to” are incorrect because the sentence suggests similarity rather than contrast.
14. Question Explanation
Sentence:
“— the calf that we chose, other calves on the farm came closer. In other words, we were unable to catch the calf we wanted.”
Options:
- A) Likewise
- B) Apart from
- C) Due to
- D) As regards
- E) In order to
Correct Answer: B) Apart from
Explanation:
“Apart from” means “except for.” The sentence contrasts the chosen calf with the others that came closer, meaning only the chosen one was not caught, while others did come closer. “Due to” or “As regards” do not show this contrast clearly.
15. Question Explanation
(Since question 15 is not visible in the image or referenced explicitly, if you provide the text, I can explain.)
18. Question Explanation
Sentence:
“Nowadays, we are all aware of the fact that some new scientific or technological advances, — useful, might have unpleasant side impacts.”
Options:
- A) unless
- B) because of
- C) though
- D) as
- E) besides
Correct Answer: C) though
Explanation:
“Though” means “although” and introduces a contrast, which fits the sentence perfectly. The sentence says advances are useful but may have unpleasant side impacts. Other options do not correctly express this contrast.
19. Question Explanation
Sentence:
“Matthew will work at the airport as an announcer — his father does not object.”
Options:
- A) so long as
- B) even if
- C) whether or not
- D) if so
- E) unless
Correct Answer: A) so long as
Explanation:
“So long as” means “provided that” or “as long as,” showing a condition. The sentence states Matthew’s working is conditional on his father’s objection (or lack thereof). “Even if” or “whether or not” do not convey conditionality as clearly here.
Quick Summary Table
| Question | Correct Answer | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| 13 | A | Linking similar conditions “as well as” = “also” |
| 14 | B | Expressing exception “apart from” |
| 18 | C | Expressing contrast “though” |
| 19 | A | Expressing condition “so long as” |
Additional Note
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Explain me the 13th, 14th, 15th, 18th, and 19th questions
Key Takeaways
- Connectors establish logical relationships: contrast, addition, concession, condition.
- Choose the connector that matches the intended meaning (e.g., in contrast to for oppositions).
- Punctuation (commas) often signals concessive or conditional clauses (e.g., though, so long as).
Direct Answer
The correct options are:
• Q13: D) in contrast to
• Q14: B) apart from
• Q15: D) much as
• Q18: C) though
• Q19: A) so long as
Table of Contents
- Q13 Explanation
- Q14 Explanation
- Q15 Explanation
- Q18 Explanation
- Q19 Explanation
- Comparative Table
- Summary Table
- FAQ
Q13 Explanation
“Tourism industry in Turkey has been booming ____ those in other Islamic countries on the Mediterranean having hard times in this regard recently.”
• in contrast to expresses opposition between Turkey’s booming tourism and other countries’ struggles.
• “As well as” would add, not contrast.
Q14 Explanation
“____ the calf that we chose, other calves on the farm came closer. In other words, we were unable to catch the calf we wanted.”
• apart from means “except for the one we chose,” matching the follow-up meaning.
Q15 Explanation
“Americans read, write and talk a good deal ____ love and marriage; …”
• much as introduces a concessive clause meaning “although.”
• Other options either give causation (because, owing to) or sequence.
Q18 Explanation
“…some new scientific or technological advances, ____ useful, might have unpleasant side impacts.”
• though useful = “although they are useful,” a concessive phrase set off by commas.
Q19 Explanation
“Matthew will work … as an announcer ____ his father does not object.”
• so long as means “provided that,” setting a condition.
• “even if” would allow work despite objection, which contradicts the intended meaning.
Comparative Table
| Relationship | Connector | Example in Context |
|---|---|---|
| Contrast | in contrast to | booming in contrast to others’ downturn |
| Exception | apart from | apart from the chosen calf, none stayed |
| Concession | much as | much as they love X, belief isn’t clear |
| Concession | though | advances, though useful, have side impacts |
| Condition | so long as | he’ll work, so long as dad agrees |
Summary Table
| Q# | Correct Answer | Function |
|---|---|---|
| 13 | in contrast to (D) | Contrast |
| 14 | apart from (B) | Exception |
| 15 | much as (D) | Concession (“although”) |
| 18 | though (C) | Concession |
| 19 | so long as (A) | Condition |
FAQ
Q1: What’s the difference between “much as” and “though”?
A1: much as = “although” before a clause; though often follows a comma for concessive phrases.
Q2: When do I use “in contrast to” vs “unlike”?
A2: in contrast to contrasts nouns or noun phrases formally; unlike is more direct (“Unlike X, Y…”).
Q3: Can “so long as” and “provided that” be swapped?
A3: Yes, both set a necessary condition: “I’ll go, provided that…” = “I’ll go so long as…”
Q4: Why not use “even if” in Q19?
A4: even if implies the action occurs despite the condition; here the action depends on the condition.
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