Standing on the podium with the gold medal around her neck, _________
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
the national anthem brought tears to the athlete's eyes.
the athlete wept as the national anthem played.
tears filled the athlete's eyes as the national anthem played.
the playing of the national anthem caused the athlete to cry.
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. The introductory phrase "Standing on the podium" describes the physical position of a person. "The athlete" is the correct subject to follow the modifier.
Choice A is incorrect because "the national anthem" was not standing on the podium. Choice C is incorrect because "tears" were not standing on the podium. Choice D is incorrect because "the playing" was not standing on the podium.