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Standard English ConventionsEasyComma after an introductory clause

Standard English Conventions practice question

After the rain ____ the children ran outside.

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

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

Answer: A. stopped,

An opening clause beginning with "After" is followed by a comma.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. stopped;
A semicolon needs a complete sentence on each side.
C. stopped
A comma is needed after the introductory clause.
D. stopped:
A colon does not follow an introductory clause.

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