Set 8: Form, Structure & Sense (Intermediate)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The Magna Carta, signed in 1215, established the principle that everyone, _______ the king, was subject to the law.
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. 'Including' is a present participle that introduces additional information about who was subject to the law. It correctly modifies 'everyone.' 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:
• "everyone"
• "the king, was subject to the law"
Why others are wrong: C ('Included' as past tense doesn't fit the structure needed here.), D ('Includes' would need a subject and creates awkward structure.), B ('To include' as an infinitive doesn't fit this context.).
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