Courage, integrity, and vision _______ these values guided her throughout her career.

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Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

A

vision:

B

vision,

C

vision;

D

vision—

Correct Answer: D

Choice D is the best answer. This question tests dash usage before a summarizing statement.

  1. Context clues: A list is followed by a summary referring back to those items.
  2. Meaning: A dash can introduce a summary after a series.
  3. Verify: "Courage, integrity, and vision—these values guided her" effectively summarizes.

💡 Strategy: Use a dash before a summary that refers back to a preceding list.

Choice A is incorrect because colons introduce what follows, not summarize what precedes. Choice B is incorrect because a comma doesn't provide sufficient separation. Choice C is incorrect because semicolons aren't for summaries.

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