Question 1 Explanation_Digital SAT Reading and Writing Practice Test 10

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Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

and it was late.

and we were worried about the fact that it was getting later and later.

but the snow had us worried about it being late.

and the lateness of the hour.

Correct Answer: D

Your Answer:

Explanation

D. Choice (D) completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English, specifically, the conventions of parallel structure. Because the lateness of the hour is parallel to the inclement weather, it is the best choice. Choices (A), (B), and (C) incorrectly use an independent clause after the conjunction, so they are not parallel to the prepositional phrase of the inclement weather.