Set 6: Boundaries (Intermediate)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The committee, along with several external _______ decided to postpone the vote until more data could be gathered.
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. The subject is 'committee' (singular). 'Along with several external advisors' is a parenthetical phrase requiring commas and doesn't change the singular verb. 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:
• "committee (singular subject)"
• "along with (parenthetical)"
Why others are wrong: A (Missing comma to close parenthetical phrase.), D ('Have' is plural; should agree with singular 'committee.'), B (Semicolon is incorrect here.).
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