Set 13: Boundaries (Intermediate)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The instructions are _______ first, gather all materials; second, measure carefully; and third, follow the steps in order.
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. 'As follows' introduces a list and is followed by a colon when the list items follow directly. 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:
• "as follows"
• "colon introduces list"
Why others are wrong: C (Punctuation needed after 'as follows.'), D (Comma is weaker than colon for 'as follows' construction.), B (Semicolon joins clauses, not introduces lists.).
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