Fluffy and Rex, the neighbor's two _________, barked loudly whenever the mail carrier arrived.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
pet
B
dog
C
puppy
D
dogs
Correct Answer: D
Choice D is the best answer. The phrase "the neighbor's two" requires a plural noun ("dogs").
Choice A is incorrect because "pet" is singular. Choice B is incorrect because "dog" is singular. Choice C is incorrect because "puppy" is singular.