MediumReading and Writing· Standard English Conventions· None· MCQ
The recent popularity of historical fiction, in which novelists explore the past, has led to a surge in interest in the details of daily life in past eras. Indeed, some authors dedicate entire chapters to descriptions of things like food and clothing.
Which choice best combines the sentences at the underlined portion?
A
Indeed, some authors dedicate entire chapters to descriptions of things like food and clothing.
B
Indeed; some authors dedicate entire chapters to descriptions of things like food and clothing.
C
Indeed, some authors, dedicate entire chapters to descriptions of things like food and clothing.
D
Indeed, some authors dedicate entire chapters to descriptions of things, like food and clothing.
Correct answer: A
Explanation
The best way to combine the two sentences is to use a comma and the word "indeed" to create a smooth transition between the two ideas. The comma and "indeed" create a grammatically correct and stylistically pleasing sentence.
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