Question #N1062
In the late 1800s, a new style of writing emerged in America. It was called "naturalism," a style that aimed to depict life as it truly was, without romanticism or sentimentality. Naturalists sought to portray the harsh realities of poverty, violence, and social injustice. One of the most famous naturalist writers was Stephen Crane, who wrote the novel *The Red Badge of Courage* during the 1890s. *The Red Badge of Courage* is about a young soldier’s experiences in the Civil War, and it is considered one of the great American novels.Â
Which choice best completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?Correct Answer is: C
The best way to combine these two sentences is to use a comma and a participle phrase. The correct answer is "The Red Badge of Courage, considered one of the great American novels." The participle phrase "considered one of the great American novels" modifies the noun "The Red Badge of Courage." A comma is used to separate a participle phrase from the rest of the sentence.