Sentence structure

Question 1

Comparative structure: Rather than…., S + ought to….

Answer 1

• Rather than relying on global initiatives, we ought to focus on implementing local environmental policies.
• Environmental issues: Rather than relying solely on government regulations, we ought to focus on individual actions to combat climate change.
• Education: Rather than emphasizing standardized testing, we ought to concentrate on developing critical thinking skills in students.
• Urban development: Rather than expanding cities outward, we ought to prioritize the revitalization of existing urban areas.

• Can be varied with “should” or “must” instead of “ought to”
• The order can be reversed: “We ought to [B], rather than [A].”
• Could be topic sentence