The strategic board game Go is one of the oldest games still played in its original form. In the game, two players place black and white stones on a grid; capturing the opponent’s stones ______ a player to claim territory and secure a higher score.
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readingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
enable
B
are enabling
C
have enabled
D
enables
Correct Answer: D
Choice D is the best answer. The subject of the clause is the gerund phrase "capturing the opponent’s stones." Gerund phrases function as singular subjects. Therefore, the verb must be singular. "Enables" is the third-person singular present tense form.