Ancient potters often created durable vessels for storage—meticulously crafted ceramic _________ with skilled artisans producing dozens of jars a day.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
jars, work was time-consuming, however,
B
jars. The work was time-consuming, however,
C
jars the work was time-consuming, however,
D
jars; the work was time-consuming. However
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. It correctly uses a period to separate two independent clauses.
Choice A is incorrect because it creates a comma splice. Choice C is incorrect because it creates a run-on sentence. Choice D is incorrect because the transition "However" belongs with the second clause but is awkwardly separated by the period.