The inhabitants of our village claim that pedestrians have no choice b...
Neither / nor
The correct answer is option C, neither / nor.
Explanation:
The phrase "neither / nor" is used to express a negative correlation between two ideas or options. In this case, it means that there is neither a pedestrian bridge nor a crosswalk available for pedestrians to use.
Here's a breakdown of the given options and why they are incorrect:
a) not only / but also: This phrase is used to show a combination or addition of two elements. However, the sentence does not indicate any addition or combination of options.
b) both / and: This phrase is used to show the presence of two elements together. However, the sentence states that there is a lack of both a pedestrian bridge and a crosswalk.
c) neither / nor: This phrase is used to show the absence or negation of two elements. It fits the sentence perfectly as it indicates that there is no pedestrian bridge and no crosswalk available for pedestrians.
d) no sooner / than: This phrase is used to show that one action happens immediately after another action. It does not fit the context of the sentence.
e) hardly / when: This phrase is used to show that one action or event occurs immediately after another unexpected action or event. It does not fit the context of the sentence.
In conclusion, the correct answer is option C, neither / nor, as it accurately represents the absence of both a pedestrian bridge and a crosswalk.