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With centuries of seasonal roaming in search of pasture for their herds, or food and water, the nomads still found the goal of a bawdy, prolonged adventure an elusive one.
A) With
B) Following
C) Despite
D) Having spent
E) As a result of
22 Dec 2021, 01:11
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OFFICIAL EXPLANATION
THE PROMPT
This question turns entirely on logic and meaning.
Every choice is grammatical, but only one makes sense.
The key word is still, which, as an adverb, indicates contrast and means nevertheless, but, nonetheless, and so on.
The Oxford online dictionary defines "still," (Adverb 2) here.
Meaning?
According to the sentence, nomads have been roaming for centuries in search of food and water, or grass for their herds.
We might think that they would be weary of seasonal roaming, but the opposite is the case: the nomads still relish the idea of a prolonged adventure.
Notice that one contrast word, still, necessitates the use of another contrast word at the beginning in order to maintain the contrast inherent in the meaning of the two clauses.
• Split #1: no contrast/contrast
In this rare 4-1 split, only one option conveys the necessary contrast.
Option A, with;
Option B, following (which means after);
Option D, Having spent; and
Option E, As a result of—
all of these options incorrectly suggest continuity between the first and second parts of the sentence.
The nomads still relish prolonged journeys despite their having roamed seasonally for centuries.
The correct answer is C.
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THE PROMPT
Quote:
This question turns entirely on logic and meaning.
Every choice is grammatical, but only one makes sense.
The key word is still, which, as an adverb, indicates contrast and means nevertheless, but, nonetheless, and so on.
The Oxford online dictionary defines "still," (Adverb 2) here.
Meaning?
According to the sentence, nomads have been roaming for centuries in search of food and water, or grass for their herds.
We might think that they would be weary of seasonal roaming, but the opposite is the case: the nomads still relish the idea of a prolonged adventure.
Notice that one contrast word, still, necessitates the use of another contrast word at the beginning in order to maintain the contrast inherent in the meaning of the two clauses.
• Split #1: no contrast/contrast
In this rare 4-1 split, only one option conveys the necessary contrast.
Option A, with;
Option B, following (which means after);
Option D, Having spent; and
Option E, As a result of—
all of these options incorrectly suggest continuity between the first and second parts of the sentence.
The nomads still relish prolonged journeys despite their having roamed seasonally for centuries.
The correct answer is C.
COMMENTS
ankurgarg2410 , welcome to SC Butler!
I am very glad that you posted.
I will keep remarks short because the holidays are in full swing in the U.S.
We have two contenders for Best Community Reply.
I can't call the winner; each post has something different to offer.
So , zhanbo and ElninoEffect , I am bumping you both in no particular order.
Happy holidays to those who celebrate, and to everyone: please, stay safe.
22 Dec 2021, 02:18
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My answer is (C). It took me 01:15.
(A) In everyday writing, this version is all right. In GMAT, though, we have to take a more critical and literal view. How is it possible for someone to find something together with centuries of roaming? Such image is ludicrous and thus frowned upon by GMAT question writers.
Also, “With" cannot clearly convey the contrast between the vast experience in the past and the persistent struggle in the present.
(B) This version is worse than (A). By using "following", we readers do not expect a contrast in the main clause.
Also, be more critical in GMAT SC. How can someone literally follow centuries?
(C) Succinct and to the point.
(D) Not succinct. Do not show the contrast. ("Despite having spent" might address the second issue.)
Also, written this way, readers get the impression that the particular nomads have literally spent centuries roaming. To me, the suggested meaning that they are not mortal should best be avoided.
(E) "As a result of" is not compatible with the contrast between the vast experience in the past and the persistent struggle in the present.
Also, Not succinct.
(A) In everyday writing, this version is all right. In GMAT, though, we have to take a more critical and literal view. How is it possible for someone to find something together with centuries of roaming? Such image is ludicrous and thus frowned upon by GMAT question writers.
Also, “With" cannot clearly convey the contrast between the vast experience in the past and the persistent struggle in the present.
(B) This version is worse than (A). By using "following", we readers do not expect a contrast in the main clause.
Also, be more critical in GMAT SC. How can someone literally follow centuries?
(C) Succinct and to the point.
(D) Not succinct. Do not show the contrast. ("Despite having spent" might address the second issue.)
Also, written this way, readers get the impression that the particular nomads have literally spent centuries roaming. To me, the suggested meaning that they are not mortal should best be avoided.
(E) "As a result of" is not compatible with the contrast between the vast experience in the past and the persistent struggle in the present.
Also, Not succinct.
