Sculpted by Michelangelo, the statue of David depicts _________ and strength.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
beauty, as poise,
B
beauty as poise
C
beauty: as poise
D
beauty as poise;
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. No punctuation is needed between the verb "depicts" and the object "beauty."
Choice A is incorrect because commas are unnecessary. Choice C is incorrect because a colon is unnecessary. Choice D is incorrect because a semicolon is unnecessary.