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Hard Reading and Writing · Standard English Conventions · None · MCQ

It is said that all good things must come to an end. But in the case of the *Great Plains*, this is a bad thing. While most people see *the Great Plains* as a monotonous landscape, it is truly a vital ecosystem. The *Great Plains* is a diverse area, rich in plant and animal life and is a crucial part of the migratory routes of many birds. The *Great Plains* are crucial for the survival of the greater sage grouse, the black-footed ferret, and the swift fox. These animals are all in danger, and the *Great Plains* are also at risk from human activity, such as oil drilling and agriculture. This has led to the loss of many species, with the *Great Plains* in danger of becoming a barren desert.

Which choice best corrects the capitalization error in the passage?

A
It is said that all good things must come to an end. But in the case of the *Great Plains*, this is a bad thing. While most people see *the Great Plains* as a monotonous landscape, it is truly a vital ecosystem. The *Great Plains* is a diverse area, rich in plant and animal life and is a crucial part of the migratory routes of many birds. The *Great Plains* are crucial for the survival of the greater sage grouse, the black-footed ferret, and the swift fox. These animals are all in danger, and the *Great Plains* are also at risk from human activity, such as oil drilling and agriculture. This has led to the loss of many species, with the *Great Plains* in danger of becoming a barren desert.
B
It is said that all good things must come to an end. But in the case of the *Great Plains*, this is a bad thing. While most people see *the Great Plains* as a monotonous landscape, it is truly a vital ecosystem. The Great Plains is a diverse area, rich in plant and animal life and is a crucial part of the migratory routes of many birds. The Great Plains are crucial for the survival of the greater sage grouse, the black-footed ferret, and the swift fox. These animals are all in danger, and the Great Plains are also at risk from human activity, such as oil drilling and agriculture. This has led to the loss of many species, with the Great Plains in danger of becoming a barren desert.
C
It is said that all good things must come to an end. But in the case of the Great Plains, this is a bad thing. While most people see the Great Plains as a monotonous landscape, it is truly a vital ecosystem. The Great Plains is a diverse area, rich in plant and animal life and is a crucial part of the migratory routes of many birds. The Great Plains are crucial for the survival of the greater sage grouse, the black-footed ferret, and the swift fox. These animals are all in danger, and the Great Plains are also at risk from human activity, such as oil drilling and agriculture. This has led to the loss of many species, with the Great Plains in danger of becoming a barren desert.
D
It is said that all good things must come to an end. But in the case of the Great Plains, this is a bad thing. While most people see the Great Plains as a monotonous landscape, it is truly a vital ecosystem. The Great Plains is a diverse area, rich in plant and animal life and is a crucial part of the migratory routes of many birds. The Great Plains are crucial for the survival of the greater sage grouse, the black-footed ferret, and the swift fox. These animals are all in danger, and the Great Plains are also at risk from human activity, such as oil drilling and agriculture. This has led to the loss of many species, with the Great Plains in danger of becoming a barren desert.

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