Select the correct option:
The co-authors did not expect the backlash, _________ did the principal investigator
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. nor.
Context: The sentence shows a negative idea — the co-authors did not expect the backlash, and the same applies to the principal investigator. Hence, a negative connector is needed to continue the thought.
Meaning of the words:
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Nor: Used after a negative statement to add another negative idea — correct choice here.
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Or: Used for alternatives — incorrect, as no choice is implied.
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And: Simply adds another statement — doesn’t fit after a negative clause.
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Nor did: Grammatically incomplete without rearranging the sentence structure.
Correct word: Nor
Reason: “Nor” correctly connects the two negative clauses without repeating “did not,” maintaining grammatical balance.
Final Sentence: The co-authors did not expect the backlash, nor did the principal investigator.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.