any difference?
This region just experienced a great change. There were four farms before.
1. However, only two farms remained.
2. However, only two farms were left.

Are 1 and 2 both right? Do they mean the same thing?

Question

any difference?
This region just experienced a great change. There were four farms before. 
1. However, only two farms remained.
2. However, only two farms were left.

Are 1 and 2 both right? Do they mean the same thing?

Answer

There is no difference. The sentences are identical. You can use whichever one you prefer.

Answer

Using option 1 sounds better because of the more complex vocabulary present, however they both pretty much mean the same thing, only one is more simple English.

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