The spicy aroma of the Indian curry was much more intense than ______________________.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
the Thai soup.
B
the Thai soup’s.
C
that of the Thai soup.
D
any of the Thai soup.
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the best answer. The comparison is between the "aroma" (singular) of one dish and the aroma of another. "That of" correctly replaces the singular antecedent "aroma."
Choice A is incorrect because it compares an "aroma" to a "soup." Choice B is incorrect because "the Thai soup's" implies possession but is less precise than "that of" in formal comparison contexts. Choice D is incorrect because "any of" does not make logical sense here.