Set 8: Boundaries (Intermediate)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The committee—each member of _______ an expert in a specialized field—deliberated for hours before reaching a consensus.
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. 'Each' is singular. 'Whom' is correct after preposition 'of.' Use singular 'was.' 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:
• "each (singular)"
• "of whom (object after preposition)"
Why others are wrong: C ('Which' typically refers to things, not people; 'whom' is correct.), B ('Which' for people is incorrect AND 'were' doesn't match 'each.'), A ('Were' is plural; 'each' is singular.).
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