Boundaries: Punctuation and Sentence Structure

SAT Reading and Writing· difficulty 5/5

"The most striking line in the speech," the critic observed, "is when the senator declares, ______ a new chapter must be written.' "

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

  • A

  • B

    '

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  • C

    (

  • D

    "

Explanation

A quotation inside a quotation uses single marks within the outer double marks. The opening single quote pairs with the existing closing single quote.

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