In the attic, the family found an _________ clock that had belonged to their great-grandmother.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
antique
B
old, antique
C
old and ancient
D
antique from the past
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. "Antique" clearly describes an object from the past with value.
Choice B is incorrect because "old" is implied by the definition of "antique." Choice C is incorrect because "old and ancient" are synonyms used redundantly. Choice D is incorrect because "from the past" is part of the definition of "antique."