Having completed the marathon, _______.
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readingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
exhaustion overcame the runner
B
it was a great achievement for the runner
C
the finish line marked a personal best
D
the runner celebrated the accomplishment
Correct Answer: D
Choice D is the best answer. This question tests dangling modifier correction.
- Context clues: "Having completed the marathon" must modify whoever did the completing.
- Meaning: Only a person can complete a marathon.
- Verify: "Having completed the marathon, the runner celebrated" shows who completed it.
💡 Strategy: A participial phrase must modify the subject that immediately follows.
Choice A is incorrect because "exhaustion" cannot complete a marathon. Choice B is incorrect because "it" is vague and didn't complete the marathon. Choice C is incorrect because "finish line" cannot complete a marathon.