The neurotoxic venom of the blue-ringed octopus, which is named for its distinctive blue markings, ______ it one of the deadliest sea creatures in the world.

Question

Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
Choose 1 answer:
Choose 1 answer:
(Choice A) makes
A
makes
(Choice B) make
B
make
(Choice C) have made
C
have made
(Choice D) are making
D
are making

Answer 1

The correct choice to complete the text is:

(Choice A) makes

The completed sentence would read: "The neurotoxic venom of the blue-ringed octopus, which is named for its distinctive blue markings, makes it one of the deadliest sea creatures in the world."

This choice correctly uses the singular verb "makes" to match the singular subject "the neurotoxic venom."