2025 · Q87
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 accordingly on the Answer Sheet.
________, the matter cannot be settled that easily.
EnglishFill in the Blanks
- AUnevenly
- BUnfortunately
- CUnfortunate
- DWhatever
Explanation
The sentence needs a sentence adverb expressing regret that the matter resists easy settlement — 'Unfortunately' does exactly this. 'Unfortunate' is an adjective and cannot stand alone as a discourse marker. 'Unevenly' and 'Whatever' are meaningless here.