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Choose the answer that best corrects the underlined portion of the sentence. If the underlined portion is correct as written, choose "NO CHANGE."
We enjoyed going to Alice’s art class, and the long drive over was starting to become a deterrent. 
  • a)
    NO CHANGE
  • b)
    but
  • c)
    therefore
  • d)
    and then
  • e)
    also
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
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The first and second parts of the sentence are both independent clauses. Since they demonstrate a contrast (We like going to the class BUT the drive is too long), “but” is the correct conjunction in this sentence.
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