Standard English ConventionsMediumCommas around a nonessential 'which' clause about a bridge
Standard English Conventions practice question
The old ____ which was built for horses and carts, now carries only cyclists.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
- A. bridge,Correct
- B. bridge
- C. bridge;
- D. bridge:
Answer: A. bridge,
A nonessential 'which' clause takes commas on both sides.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. bridge
- The clause is left open.
- C. bridge;
- A semicolon splits the subject.
- D. bridge:
- A colon splits the subject.
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