Originally published in 1847 under the pseudonym Ellis Bell, _________

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Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

A

critics initially gave mixed reviews to Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights.

B

Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights initially received mixed reviews from critics.

C

the initial reviews of Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights were mixed.

D

readers were initially unsure about Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights.

Correct Answer: B

Choice B is the best answer. The introductory phrase "Originally published in 1847" describes a book. "Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights" is the correct subject.

Choice A is incorrect because "critics" were not published in 1847. Choice C is incorrect because "the initial reviews" were not the book published. Choice D is incorrect because "readers" were not published.