Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
town
B
town’s
C
towns
D
towns’
Explanation
Correct answer: D.
Choice D is the best answer. The convention being tested is the use of possessive nouns. The plural possessive noun “towns’” correctly indicates that the natural beauty and unique cultural traditions belong to both Arteaga and Lagos de Moreno.
Why the other choices are wrong
Choice A
Choice A is incorrect because the context requires the plural possessive noun “towns’,” not the singular noun “town.”
Choice B
Choice B is incorrect because the context requires the plural possessive noun “towns’,” not the singular possessive noun “town’s.”
Choice C
Choice C is incorrect because the context requires the plural possessive noun “towns’,” not the plural noun “towns.”