Standard English ConventionsMediumNo comma before an essential 'that' clause
Standard English Conventions practice question
The only bridge ____ crosses the estuary was built in 1932.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
- A. thatCorrect
- B. , that
- C. ; that
- D. , which
Answer: A. that
The clause identifies which bridge and takes no comma.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. , that
- A comma before an essential 'that' clause is wrong.
- C. ; that
- A semicolon splits the subject.
- D. , which
- A comma with 'which' makes the clause nonessential, but 'the only bridge' needs it to identify the bridge.
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