Question #N292
The first time a person is introduced to a new idea or concept, it often has a strong impact. This effect can be especially striking when the new information challenges the way that we think about the world. For example, when I first learned about the dangers of climate change, ______.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A. I was shocked and dismayed by the evidence.
B. it was a shock to me.
C. the information made a lasting impact.
D. it was a very important discovery.
Correct Answer is: A
The best choice is A because it uses a finite verb to complete the clause and provides a clear and concise explanation of the speaker’s reaction to the new information. Choice B creates a comma splice because the comma does not connect the two clauses correctly. Choice C is too vague and general. Choice D is incorrect because it is not a complete sentence and does not provide a clear connection to the previous sentence.