Maria is just dropping off the library books on her way home, _________ she should be back in time for dinner.

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

A

yet

B

so

C

since

D

because

Correct Answer: B

Choice B is the best answer. "So" introduces the result of being back in time after the action.

Choice A is incorrect because "yet" implies contrast. Choice C is incorrect because "since" introduces a cause. Choice D is incorrect because "because" introduces a cause.