The topic _______ the researchers focused was climate change adaptation.

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

A

that

B

on which

C

in that

D

which on

Correct Answer: B

Choice B is the best answer. This question tests relative pronoun with preposition.

  1. Context clues: "Focus" is typically followed by "on" (focus on something).
  2. Meaning: In formal writing, the preposition often comes before the relative pronoun.
  3. Verify: "The topic on which the researchers focused" is grammatically correct.

💡 Strategy: In formal writing, prepositions often precede relative pronouns (on which, for whom).

Choice A is incorrect because "focus" requires the preposition "on." Choice C is incorrect because "in that" doesn't collocate with "focus." Choice D is incorrect because "which on" has incorrect word order.