Jazz and _________ originated in New Orleans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
blues: are related musical styles
B
blues are related musical styles
C
blues are related musical styles
D
blues are related musical styles
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. No punctuation is needed between the subject "blues" and the verb "are."
Choice A is incorrect because a colon separates subject and verb. Choice C is incorrect because a comma separates subject and verb. Choice D is incorrect because a dash separates subject and verb.