Tom _ Linda both wanted to go out _ were prevented by bad weather.
Correct answer: A. and ... but
- A. and ... but
- B. either ... or
- C. and ... although
- D. nor ... but
Explanation
Correct: The term "and" is used to connect words of the same part of speech, clauses, or sentences that are to be taken jointly. The term "but" is used to introduce a phrase or clause contrasting with what has already been mentioned. In this context, it suggests that both Tom and Linda wanted to go out, but they were prevented by bad weather.
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