Set 14: Form, Structure & Sense (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
During the Renaissance, artists studied _______ and mathematics to create more realistic paintings.
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 function and text organization. Two items in a list joined by 'and' do not require a comma. 'Anatomy and mathematics' is a simple compound object with no comma needed. Each sentence in a well-constructed text serves a specific purpose. Consider what role this sentence plays in the argument: does it introduce, support, contrast, or conclude an idea? Understanding why an author includes specific sentences helps you grasp the overall argument. Each sentence should serve a clear purpose: introducing ideas, providing evidence, acknowledging counterarguments, or drawing conclusions. Identify the role to understand the structure.
Key Evidence:
• "studied _______ and mathematics"
Why others are wrong: C (A comma is not needed between two items joined by 'and.'), D (A semicolon joins independent clauses, not list items.), B (A colon would be used to introduce a list, not between two items.).
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