Commas with Nonrestrictive Clauses

Commas with Nonrestrictive Clauses

The following sentences may be missing commas. Select the answer choice that correctly adds commas as necessary to set off nonrestrictive clauses. (If no additional commas are needed, select “correct sentence.”)

For help with this exercise, see section 33d.

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1. Some childhood accidents which include falls and drowning can be prevented.

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Commas with Nonrestrictive Clauses: The following sentences may be missing commas. Select the answer choice that correctly adds commas as necessary to set off nonrestrictive clauses. (If no additional commas are needed, select “correct sentence.”) - 1. Some childhood accidents which include falls and drowning can be prevented.

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2. Parents who wish to reduce the risk of injury to their children can follow a few simple suggestions.

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Commas with Nonrestrictive Clauses: The following sentences may be missing commas. Select the answer choice that correctly adds commas as necessary to set off nonrestrictive clauses. (If no additional commas are needed, select “correct sentence.”) - 2. Parents who wish to reduce the risk of injury to their children can follow a few simple suggestions.

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3. Children’s bicycle helmets which are not required by law in most places can limit the damage caused in an accident.

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Commas with Nonrestrictive Clauses: The following sentences may be missing commas. Select the answer choice that correctly adds commas as necessary to set off nonrestrictive clauses. (If no additional commas are needed, select “correct sentence.”) - 3. Children’s bicycle helmets which are not required by law in most places can limit the damage caused in an accident.

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4. Young cyclists should wear helmets that are fastened properly.

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Commas with Nonrestrictive Clauses: The following sentences may be missing commas. Select the answer choice that correctly adds commas as necessary to set off nonrestrictive clauses. (If no additional commas are needed, select “correct sentence.”) - 4. Young cyclists should wear helmets that are fastened properly.

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5. Children under ten who are not old enough to judge a car’s speed and distance should not cross a busy street alone.

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Commas with Nonrestrictive Clauses: The following sentences may be missing commas. Select the answer choice that correctly adds commas as necessary to set off nonrestrictive clauses. (If no additional commas are needed, select “correct sentence.”) - 5. Children under ten who are not old enough to judge a car’s speed and distance should not cross a busy street alone.