The volcano's eruption caused widespread devastation ______ the volcanic ash also produced spectacular sunsets around the world for months afterward.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
- A
, however
- Bcheck_circle
; however,
- C
however
- D
, however,
Explanation
"However" between two independent clauses needs a semicolon before and comma after. The others produce comma splices or run-ons.