The manager wanted _______ to complete the project before the deadline.

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

A

we

B

ourselves

C

I

D

us

Correct Answer: D

Choice D is the best answer. The subject of an infinitive takes objective case.

Choice A is incorrect because "we" is subjective case. Choice B is incorrect because "ourselves" is reflexive. Choice C is incorrect because "I" is subjective case.