When Benjamin Franklin advises people on preparation, he uses a witty metaphor to emphasize the consequences of negligence by suggesting that failing to prepare is preparing to fail.
The writer wants to rewrite the above sentence to incorporate the following quote by Franklin: "By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail." Which choice most effectively accomplishes this goal?
Which choice most effectively accomplishes this goal?
When Franklin warns against the consequences of negligence – “by failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail” – he identifies the importance of readiness; in addition, he uses a metaphor.
When he warns against the negligent approach of poor planning, Benjamin Franklin uses a witty metaphor: "by failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail."
Benjamin Franklin warns against negligence by using a metaphor: he thinks it has consequences, and he says "by failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail."
"By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail" this quote from Benjamin Franklin is one in which he warns against the consequences of negligence, and it is also an example of a witty metaphor.
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. It effectively integrates the quote using a colon to explain the "witty metaphor" mentioned in the main clause, creating a concise and logical sentence.
Choice A is incorrect because it separates the quote with dashes in a way that interrupts the flow and adds "in addition, he uses a metaphor" redundantly at the end. Choice C is incorrect because it is wordy and uses a colon incorrectly to introduce a clause that simply restates the action rather than the quote itself. Choice D is incorrect because it results in a comma splice and is overly repetitive.