Question

The following question is focused on revisions that need to be made to Gail’s paper. Answer accordingly.

What is the most effective way to combine sentences 4 and 5?

A
Due to an excess of salt, Crum was certain this would infuriate and disgust the complainer.
B
Crum salted them excessively when they finished cooking and was sure this would infuriate and disgust the complainer.
C
In order to infuriate and disgust the complainer, Crum salted them excessively when they finished cooking.
D
Because he salted them excessively when they finished cooking, Crum was certain this would infuriate and disgust the complainer.

Answer 1

C

Reason: Option C uses an active, purposeful construction that clearly links Crum's action to his intent ("In order to... Crum salted..."), is concise, and avoids the awkward phrasing and ambiguous pronouns found in the other choices.