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Standard English ConventionsEasyComma after an introductory word

Standard English Conventions practice question

____ the storm passed and the sky cleared.

Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

  1. A. Finally,Correct
  2. B. Finally;
  3. C. Finally
  4. D. Finally:

Answer: A. Finally,

An introductory word is followed by a comma.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Finally;
A semicolon cannot follow a lone introductory word.
C. Finally
No boundary after the introductory word.
D. Finally:
A colon cannot follow a lone introductory word.

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