Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
hasn’t been
B
wasn’t
C
isn’t
D
aren’t
Explanation
Correct answer: D.
Choice D is the best answer. The subject "talents" is plural, and so is the verb "aren’t": "the artistic talents…aren’t limited."
Why the other choices are wrong
Choice A
Choice A is incorrect. The subject "talents" is plural, but the verb "hasn’t been" is singular.
Choice B
Choice B is incorrect. The subject "talents" is plural, but the verb "wasn’t" is singular.
Choice C
Choice C is incorrect. The subject "talents" is plural, but the verb "isn’t" is singular.