2025 · Q89
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 squad also has a couple of new faces who are equally well-qualified to play the forthcoming match.
EnglishFill in the Blanks
- AWhile
- BBecause of
- CMeanwhile
- DKind of
Explanation
The sentence introduces a parallel, concurrent fact about the squad's new faces alongside the main discussion. 'Meanwhile' marks such simultaneous additional information. 'While' needs a clause, 'Because of' needs a noun phrase, and 'Kind of' is colloquial hedging — none works as the discourse marker.