The Following Sentences Form a Paragraph

question 30

Multiple Choice

The following sentences form a paragraph. Select the letter in each pair that is correct and does not contain run-on sentences or comma splices.  ​

• A) Mexican Americans in California observed Cinco de Mayo for a century, other Americans did not take notice until the 1980s.
• B) Mexican Americans in California observed Cinco de Mayo for a century whereas other Americans did not take notice until the 1980s.

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Definitions:

Common Name

Refers to the name by which a substance, object, or species is known to the general public, as opposed to its scientific or technical name.

NaOH

Sodium hydroxide, a highly caustic metallic base and alkali salt commonly used in many industries, notably in the manufacture of paper, textiles, and detergents.

Saponification

The chemical reaction between a fat or oil and a base, resulting in the formation of glycerol and soap, usually sodium or potassium salts of fatty acids.

Sodium Hydroxide

A strong base and alkali used in various industries, known chemically as NaOH.