Set 14: Boundaries
Explanation
PASSAGE
The museum's collection includes works by Monet, _______ and other Impressionist masters.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
Detailed Answer Explanation
This question tests your understanding of sentence boundaries and punctuation. In a list, items are separated by commas. 'Monet, Renoir, Degas, and other...' follows the standard serial comma pattern. To determine the correct answer, examine where complete thoughts begin and end. Look for independent clauses that need proper separation. A period, semicolon, or appropriate conjunction can correctly join or separate these ideas. When analyzing sentence boundaries, pay attention to how ideas flow from one sentence to the next. Correct punctuation ensures clarity and prevents confusion for readers. Review the options carefully to identify which choice creates proper sentence structure.
Key Evidence:
• "list of names"
• "comma after each item"
Why others are wrong: D (Missing comma after 'Degas' to continue the list.), A (Missing comma between 'Renoir' and 'Degas.'), C (Semicolon is incorrect in a simple list.).
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