SAT English Practice Question

In the early 1900s, the United States saw a surge in the popularity of silent films. The first silent films were often short, comedic, and simple stories. However, with the rise of the "movie palace" and the development of more elaborate storytelling techniques, films evolved into more complex productions with more sophisticated effects and longer runtimes. What is the most likely reason why the author chose to use the word "however"?

1. A.introduce a contrasting idea.
2. B.emphasize the importance of the speaker’s message.
3. C.describe the speaker’s feelings and experiences.
4. D.create a sense of intimacy and connection with the reader.