Question

when sesame street premiered in 1969, it revolutionized childrens television by seeking not only to entertain children, but also to educate them. ___ they hired psychologists and educators to develop programming, and had the educational testing service evaluate the educational effectiveness of each episode. which choice completes the text with the most logical transition? a similarly, b accordingly, c additionally, d nevertheless,

Explanation:

To determine the correct transition word, we analyze the context. The first part of the sentence talks about the show's goal to entertain and educate children. The next part describes the action of hiring experts to develop programming and evaluate effectiveness, which is a logical follow - up or a corresponding action to the goal.

• "Similarly" (A) implies a comparison, but there's no comparison here.
• "Accordingly" (B) means in a way that is appropriate or in accordance with something. Hiring experts to achieve the goal of educating children is an appropriate follow - up action, so this fits.
• "Additionally" (C) is used to add more information, but here it's not just adding, it's a response to the goal.
• "Nevertheless" (D) is used to show a contrast, which is not the case here.

Answer:

B. Accordingly,