25.
(A) Meanwhile

(B) Otherwise

(C) Alternatively

(D) Nevertheless
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Bubble tea, Taiwan’s most iconic beverage, emerged in the 1980s
in Taiwan. (26) mixes milk tea most commonly with tapioca pearls.
(27) , bubble tea has become very popular among young people. People
can choose how sweet or cold they want, and add flavors such as fruit
or pudding. It expanded rapidly across Taiwan and is now deeply
e m b edd ed i n ev er y da y li f e an d tou r is m . B y 202 4 , t h er e w e re m o r e
(28) 16,000 shops spread across Taiwan. The beverage has not
only symbolized Taiwan’s creativity and cultural identity but also
established its global influence over the past decade. Now, bubble tea
can be found in many big cities like New York, London, and Tokyo.
(29) its popularity, some people raise concerns over its high sugar
and calories. (30) claim it provides antioxidants from its tea and
can provide energy. Experts have advised consumers to ask for a
healthier version of bubble tea with less or no sugar and not to consume
it frequently.