SAT English Practice Question
The band had played many concerts, but their biggest show was coming up soon. The singer was worried because of a new rule that restricted how many people can attend any given concert. All those who have tickets will be allowed to enter, but no one else will be allowed. The band, of course, were worried that they would not be able to fill the venue. What is the most likely reason why the writer used the word "of course"?
- A.emphasize the speaker’s anxiety about the upcoming concert.
- B.show that the speaker is expressing a common opinion.
- C.suggest that the speaker feels confident about filling the venue.
- D.indicate that the speaker is making a general statement.
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