Select the best answer for the question. 18. Which one of the following words or phrases may be a clue that a sentence is inferring cause and effect?
O A. Consequently
O B. Instead of
O C. On the other hand
D. Before
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A. Consequently

Explanation:

A consequence is an effect of an action, so consequently would refer to a cause and effect.

B and C refer to comparisons and contrasts

D refers to a chronological order

I believe that the answer would be true. An authors word choice can tell you a lot about their point of view and how they feel. Word choice can either carry a negative or positive connotation which can give insight to how the author feels or what kind of tone they are writing with.