1.) The song used a fast beat and loud percussion from drums; , the music video was a quick paced drumline performance. A.) finally
B.) therefore
C.) yet
D.) similarly

2.) The essay’s theme was respect and thoughtfulness. , the author wrote about his choice to bring flowers to the celebration.
A.) In conclusion
B.) Third,
C.) On the other hand,
D.) Hence,

3.) The reading discussed the history of the women in North America. , it explained the fight of the women to be able to vote and showed Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s role in addressing gender discrimination.
A.) Therefore
B.) For instance
C.) However
D.) On the other hand

4.) The song’s figurative language included imagery of water and storm; , metaphors and similes of sailing showed the journey of the author.
A.) moreover
B.) therefore
C.) in contrast
D.) finally

5.) The essay used formal diction with high level vocabulary like mellifluous and paradigm; , the song’s diction was causal and relaxed with slang terms used by teenagers. A.) as soon as
B.) as a result
C.) however
D.) likewise