The principal was addressing the student on ways and means of conducting the sports meet of the college. ........., responding to the opinion of one of the athletes, she wanted to learn about how more sports could be included in the meet.
Directions: Given below are sentences that use discourse markers/expressions to make them complete. Identify the most appropriate discourse marker/ expression and mark your answer on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
- A. In spite of
- B. While
- C. Still
- D. Further ✓
Correct Answer: D. Further
Explanation
The discourse marker 'Further' correctly introduces an additional point or elaboration in the principal's address.
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