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In the Inca Empire (1438–1533), ayllus blank family clans that ranged in size from small groups to thousands of people.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
is
was
has been
were
In the Inca Empire (1438-1533), ayllus ______ blank family clans that ranged in size from small
Medium-difficulty · SAT Reading & Writing · Form, Structure, and Sense — Consistent tone and style. Read the question above, select your answer, and check the full explanation below to understand exactly why the correct choice works.
Answer explanation
Choice D is the best answer. The convention being tested is subject-verb agreement. The plural verb "were" agrees in number with the plural subject "ayllus," which are described as plural "family clans."
Choice A is incorrect because the singular verb "is" doesn’t agree in number with the plural subject "ayllus." Choice B is incorrect because the singular verb "was" doesn’t agree in number with the plural subject "ayllus." Choice C is incorrect because the singular verb "has been" doesn’t agree in number with the plural subject "ayllus."
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