Question

Historian Linda Gordon redefined the term “modernity,” typically associated with technological advances, to explore cultural shifts of the early 20th century. Gordon’s use of the term highlighted society’s embrace of innovation as a way to adapt to new _______ while also clinging to older traditions.


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

A
values, in that period,

B
values in that period

C
values, in that period

D
values; in that period,

Answer 1

B

"In that period" is a restrictive modifier of "new values" and should not be set off with commas; thus "values in that period" is correct.