Blinded by the glare of the oncoming headlights, _________
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
the deer stood frozen in the middle of the road.
the road was blocked by the frozen deer.
the driver swerved to avoid the deer frozen in the road.
standing frozen in the road was the deer's reaction.
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the best answer. The introductory phrase "Blinded by the glare of the oncoming headlights" logically describes the driver who swerved to avoid an accident. "The driver" is the correct subject. (Note: While a deer might freeze, "oncoming headlights" are typically viewed from the perspective of the driver facing them, whereas a deer simply freezes; the driver is the agent blinded by the light source in this context).
Choice A is incorrect because "oncoming headlights" are typically viewed from the perspective of the driver. Choice B is incorrect because "the road" cannot be blinded. Choice D is incorrect because "standing" cannot be blinded.