Oprah Winfrey, who launched her own television network in 2011, recently _________ a new book club selection.

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

A

announced

B

was announcing

C

is announcing

D

was announced by

Correct Answer: A

Choice A is the best answer. The adverb "recently" modifies an action that happened in the recent past. The simple past tense "announced" is the most direct choice.