What is the correct pronunciation of Kiribati? In the Gilbertese language spoken by residents of the island nation, the letter

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What is the correct pronunciation of Kiribati? In the Gilbertese language spoken by residents of the island nation, the letter combination -ti makes the -s sound; as a result, the country’s name blank pronounced “Kiribas.”

Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

Accepted Answer

Choice D is the best answer. The convention being tested is subject-verb agreement. The singular verb "is" agrees in number with the singular subject "the country&rsquo;s name." Choice A is incorrect because the plural verb "are" doesn&rsquo;t agree in number with the singular subject "the country&rsquo;s name." Choice B is incorrect because the plural verb "have been" doesn&rsquo;t agree in number with the singular subject "the country&rsquo;s name." Choice C is incorrect because the plural verb "are being" doesn&rsquo;t agree in number with the singular subject "the country&rsquo;s name."

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