The correct phrase that describes the purpose of the signal word in the sentence is "to indicate the order of events." The use of "Then" at the beginning of the second sentence signals that it follows the action described in the first sentence chronologically.
Which phrase correctly describes the purpose of the signal word in the following sentence?
The lazy store clerk shoved the canned goods into the paper bag, tearing it. Then she simply shrugged her shoulder and said, “I’ll guess you’ll remember to bring your own bag next time.”
to indicate the order of events
to announce a change of setting
to build suspense
to describe a relationship
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