The captain's jaw dropped: the cruise ship _________ on the horizon like a toy boat in a bathtub.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
was floating
B
is floating
C
will float
D
floats
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. The sentence sets the scene in the past. The past progressive "was floating" describes the ongoing state of the ship at that moment.