Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
is studying
B
has studied
C
study
D
studies
Explanation
Correct answer: C.
Choice C is the best answer. The convention being tested is the use of verb forms within a sentence. The plural verb "study" agrees in number with the plural subject "many."
Why the other choices are wrong
Choice A
Choice A is incorrect because the singular verb "is studying" doesn’t agree in number with the plural subject "many."
Choice B
Choice B is incorrect because the singular verb "has studied" doesn’t agree in number with the plural subject "many."
Choice D
Choice D is incorrect because the singular verb "studies" doesn’t agree in number with the plural subject "many."