Set 7: Form, Structure & Sense (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The director's vision for the film was clear: she wanted to capture the essence of the novel while making it accessible to audiences unfamiliar with _______ source material.
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. 'The' is the clearest choice here. While 'its' could refer to the novel, 'the source material' is clearer and avoids potential ambiguity. 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:
• "capture the essence of the novel"
• "unfamiliar with _______ source material"
Why others are wrong: C ('Its' could work but 'the' is clearer in this context.), B ('Their' is plural; 'novel' is singular.), D ('It's' is a contraction of 'it is,' not a possessive.).
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