Boundaries: Punctuation and Sentence Structure

SAT Reading and Writing· difficulty 5/5

______ , the orchestra's interpretation of the symphony struck critics as both technically precise and emotionally daring.

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

  • A

    Conducted by a young prodigy

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  • B

    Conducting a young prodigy

  • C

    When a young prodigy conducted

  • D

    Having conducted a young prodigy

Explanation

The orchestra's interpretation can be "conducted by a young prodigy" (passive participle correctly modifies the subject). The other forms misattribute the action.

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