The senator promised improved healthcare to the elderly and better schools to families. Consequently, voters felt he was sincere in one of his _________.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
pledge
B
vows
C
promise
D
assurances
Correct Answer: D
Choice D is the best answer. The phrase "one of his" must be followed by a plural noun ("assurances").
Choice A is incorrect because "pledge" is singular. Choice B is incorrect because "vows" is plural but syntactically less common in this context. Choice C is incorrect because "promise" is singular.