To identify the correct revision that addresses the improper shift in mood from the example in Part A, we need to ensure that the mood remains consistent throughout the sentences.
Option A states: "Do not feed the animals. Do not touch the animals’ cages." (Consistent imperative mood) Option B states: "Do not feed the animals. You must not let the animals’ cages be touched." (Mixes imperatives with a modal verb structure) Option C states: "Do not let the animals be fed. You must not touch the animals’ cages." (Mixes imperatives with a passive construction) Option D states: "You must not feed the animals. Do not touch the animals’ cages." (Mixes modality with an imperative)
The best choice that maintains consistent mood and does not shift between different forms of expression is:
A. Do not feed the animals. Do not touch the animals’ cages.
This option retains the imperative mood throughout both sentences.
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