Set 13: Form, Structure & Sense (Intermediate)
Explanation
PASSAGE
Renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power _______ increasingly important as countries seek to reduce carbon emissions.
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. 'Sources' is the plural subject (not 'power'), requiring the plural verb 'become' to agree with present tense ongoing action. 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:
• "Renewable energy sources"
• "increasingly important"
Why others are wrong: D ('Has become' is singular; 'sources' is plural.), B ('Is becoming' is singular; 'sources' is plural.), C ('Becomes' is singular; 'sources' is plural.).
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