Except vs Besides
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Question 1 of 5
Everyone passed ___ John
AnswerexceptEXCEPT excludes. John did not pass. Exceptions prove rules.
Question 2 of 5
___ English, she speaks French
AnswerBesidesBESIDES adds information. French is additional. Linguistic accomplishment noted.
Question 3 of 5
I like all fruit ___ bananas
AnswerexceptEXCEPT excludes. Bananas are excluded. Taste preferences vary.
Question 4 of 5
___ the rain, we had a lovely time
AnswerBesidesBESIDES acknowledges an additional factor. Rain occurred. Enjoyment persisted.
Question 5 of 5
Which sentence is correct?
AnswerNo one besides Jane knew the secretBoth are acceptable. EXCEPT excludes. BESIDES adds. The secret remained secure.
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