Overjoyed, _________
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
the acceptance letter was read three times by the student.
B
the student read the acceptance letter three times.
C
reading the acceptance letter three times was the student's reaction.
D
it was the student who read the acceptance letter three times.
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. The introductory adjective "Overjoyed" describes a person's emotion. "The student" is the correct subject.
Choice A is incorrect because "the acceptance letter" cannot be overjoyed. Choice C is incorrect because "reading" cannot be overjoyed. Choice D is incorrect because "it" cannot be overjoyed.