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<li>It is imperative that the government not cesnort this exhibit, no matter howoffensive the images may be, but continues to protect artists' freedom of expression.</li>
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<p>Why is the answer D?? what is the verb "continues" referring to?</p>

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<p>Oh, cool, I think this is the “jussive subjunctive.” Government is the subject of “continue.” It’s not “government . . . continues,” because it is in the subjunctive mood, rather than indicative. If you check out wikipedia or a grammar site, there will be a more complete explanation.</p>