The following sentences form a paragraph. Select the correct words and punctuation for each blank. Congress realized the importance of preserving national ____ built a fireproof room made of iron in the Capitol Building.
A) books and
B) books, and

Question

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The correct word to fill in the blank is "books" as it fits the context of the sentence. The use of a comma after "books" is not necessary as there is no list or additional information provided. Therefore, Choice A is the best option.

The Following Sentences Form a Paragraph