Set 7: Form, Structure & Sense
Explanation
PASSAGE
The study's methodology has been praised for _______ rigor, with researchers calling it a model for future investigations.
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. 'Its' is the possessive form referring to 'the study's methodology' (singular). The rigor belongs to the methodology. 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:
• "The study's methodology has been praised for"
• "rigor"
Why others are wrong: C ('Their' is plural; 'methodology' is singular.), B ('They're' is a contraction of 'they are,' not a possessive.), D ('It's' is a contraction of 'it is,' not a possessive.).
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