Question

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
It was hot; ________ we went swimming. [Intermediate]

• A. because
• B. therefore
• C. as long as
• D. even though

Answer 1

The correct option is B therefore

Adverbs of reason are words used to tell the reason behind the happening of a particular occurrence. 'Therefore' is used to introduce the logical result of something that has just been mentioned. Thus, option B is the correct answer.