He spoke in a low voice. It was clear that ...

★ Adverbial Clauses of Manner and Result

He spoke in a low voice. It was clear that he didn’t want anyone else to hear.

A. He spoke in a low voice like everyone should hear him.

B. He spoke in a low voice as if he wanted everyone to hear.

C. He spoke in a low voice as though he didn’t want anyone else to hear.

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The recycling program was efficient. It significantly reduced waste in landfills.

A. The recycling program was so ineffective that waste in landfills increased.

B. The recycling program was so efficient that it significantly reduced waste in landfills.

C. The recycling program was so ineffective that it increased waste in landfills.

D. The recycling program was so poorly managed that it had no impact on landfill waste.