Having anticipated a difficult negotiation, _________
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
the lawyer was relieved when the opposing counsel agreed to the terms immediately.
relief washed over the lawyer when the opposing counsel agreed to the terms immediately.
the lawyer's relief was palpable when the opposing counsel agreed to the terms immediately.
the immediate agreement to terms by opposing counsel relieved the lawyer.
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. The introductory phrase "Having anticipated a difficult negotiation" describes a person's mindset. "The lawyer" is the correct subject.
Choice B is incorrect because "relief" did not anticipate the negotiation. Choice C is incorrect because "the lawyer's relief" did not anticipate the negotiation. Choice D is incorrect because "the immediate agreement" did not anticipate the negotiation.