The invention of the printing press in the 15th century was a pivotal moment in the history of communication, ushering in a new era of widespread literacy and knowledge dissemination. Before the printing press, the vast majority of books were copied by hand, a process that was both time-consuming and costly. As a result, access to books was limited to a small, privileged few.
Which choice best completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
Correct answer: A
Explanation
Choice A is the best option because it uses a semicolon to properly join the two independent clauses. Choice B uses an incorrect comma, creating a comma splice. Choice C uses an incorrect dash. Choice D uses an incorrect colon, creating a run-on sentence. Therefore, only Choice A conforms to the conventions of Standard English.
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