A 1,000-year-old Viking ship composed of oak, iron, and tar was excavated in 1880. The remarkably well-preserved _______ still displays its original intricate carvings.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
vessel currently displayed by the Museum of Cultural History,
vessel, currently displayed by the Museum of Cultural History,
vessel currently displayed by the Museum of Cultural History
vessel-currently displayed by the Museum of Cultural History,
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. The phrase "currently displayed by the Museum of Cultural History" is a nonrestrictive participial phrase modifying "vessel." It needs to be set off by commas on both sides.
Choice A is incorrect because it lacks the opening comma. Choice C is incorrect because it lacks both commas. Choice D is incorrect because it pairs a dash with a comma.