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Standard English ConventionsEasyComma after an introductory time phrase

Standard English Conventions practice question

On ____ the shop closes at noon.

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

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

Answer: A. Sundays,

An introductory phrase is followed by a comma.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Sundays
The comma after the phrase is missing.
C. Sundays;
A semicolon can't follow a phrase.
D. Sundays.
A period would leave 'On Sundays' on its own.

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