Standard English ConventionsMediumCommas around a nonessential 'which' clause
Standard English Conventions practice question
The ____ which was painted last spring, already needs another coat.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
- A. fence,Correct
- B. fence
- C. fence;
- D. fence:
Answer: A. fence,
A nonessential 'which' clause is set off by commas on both sides.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. fence
- The clause is left open.
- C. fence;
- A semicolon splits the subject.
- D. fence:
- A colon splits the subject.
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