Question : Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.
Because she didn’t love him, she had to marry him
Option 1: Despite
Option 2: No substitution required
Option 3: Since
Option 4: Although
Correct Answer: Although
Solution : The fourth option is the correct answer.
The sentence currently presents a causal relationship, indicating that the reason for her marrying him is because she didn't love him. "Although" introduces a contrast or concession, indicating that despite the fact that she didn't love him, she still had to marry him. This emphasises the irony or unexpectedness of the situation, highlighting the discrepancy between her feelings and her actions.
Therefore, the correct sentence should be: Although she didn’t love him, she had to marry him.