The most exciting part of the scavenger hunt was a cryptic map, _________ by a series of riddles and physical challenges.

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writing

Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

A

following

B

had followed

C

follow

D

followed

Correct Answer: D

Choice D is the best answer. The sentence requires a past participle to modify "cryptic map." The map was "followed by" riddles. This creates a passive construction appropriate for the modifier.