Question

The writer wants to reduce ambiguity in sentence 6 (reproduced below) by changing the placement of the underlined text, adjusting punctuation and capitalization as needed.
Perhaps not surprisingly, when they resemble humans or animals, people readily bond with robots.

Which of the following is the most logical placement for the underlined text?

A. Before “Perhaps”

B. After “people”

C. After “readily”

D. After “bond”

E. After “robots”

Answer 1

Answer:

E. After “robots”

Explanation:

Answer E

Correct. The underlined text is a modifying phrase that describes the word “robots.” By placing the phrase directly after the word it modifies, the writer can reduce ambiguity in the sentence. This choice makes it clear that the modifying phrase refers to robots, not people.

Answer 2

Answer:

E

Explanation:

After "robots" because it makes complete sense.