Question

7 select the word that best completes the sentence. lindas mother and brother enjoy ice skating; ______, linda and her father cannot skate. a on the other hand b as a result c as an illustration d in particular

Explanation:

The sentence shows a contrast between Linda's mother and brother (who enjoy ice skating) and Linda and her father (who cannot skate). "On the other hand" is used to present a contrasting idea. "As a result" implies a cause - effect relationship, "as an illustration" is for giving examples, and "in particular" is for emphasizing a specific part. None of these fit the contrast context except "on the other hand".

Answer:

A. on the other hand