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Standard English ConventionsMediumCommas around a nonessential relative clause

Standard English Conventions practice question

The ____ which was built for the coronation, still stands in the market square.

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

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

Answer: A. bandstand,

A nonessential 'which' clause takes commas on both sides.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. bandstand
The clause is left open.
C. bandstand;
A semicolon splits the subject.
D. bandstand:
A colon splits the subject.

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