Set 7: Form, Structure & Sense (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
That the revolution succeeded despite overwhelming odds _______ the determination and resilience of those who participated.
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. 'That the revolution succeeded despite overwhelming odds' is a noun clause acting as a singular subject. It requires the singular verb 'attests.' 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:
• "That the revolution succeeded despite overwhelming odds"
• "the determination and resilience"
Why others are wrong: A ('Attesting' is a participle; the sentence needs a main verb.), D ('Attest' is plural; the noun clause is singular.), B ('Have attested' is plural; the noun clause is singular.).
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