The eclipse lasted just a few minutes ______ thousands of spectators had traveled from around the country to witness the rare event.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
- Acheck_circle
, but
- B
, but,
- C
but
- D
; but,
Explanation
Comma plus FANBOYS "but" joins two contrasting independent clauses. " but" is a run-on; the others are over-punctuated.