Set 9: Form, Structure & Sense (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The composer's early symphonies reflect the influence of _______ later works display a more original and experimental style.
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. 'While' introduces a contrasting clause. A comma before 'while' correctly sets up the contrast between early and later works. 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:
• "early symphonies reflect the influence of"
• "later works display a more original"
Why others are wrong: D (Missing the comma before 'while' makes the sentence run together.), B (A colon doesn't introduce contrasting clauses with 'while.'), C (A semicolon before 'while' is too strong; 'while her later works' is dependent.).
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