Question #N135
The artist, whose work is known for its vibrant colors, is known for her use of unconventional materials and bold, gestural brushstrokes.
Which choice provides the best punctuation for the sentence?
A. The artist, whose work is known for its vibrant colors, is known for her use of unconventional materials and bold, gestural brushstrokes.
B. The artist whose work is known for its vibrant colors, is known for her use of unconventional materials and bold, gestural brushstrokes.
C. The artist whose work is known for its vibrant colors is known for her use of unconventional materials and bold, gestural brushstrokes.
D. The artist, whose work is known for its vibrant colors is known for her use of unconventional materials and bold, gestural brushstrokes.
Correct Answer is: A
The sentence contains a nonrestrictive clause, which is set off with commas. The nonrestrictive clause, "whose work is known for its vibrant colors," provides additional information about the artist but is not essential to the meaning of the sentence. Therefore, the correct punctuation is to use commas to set off the nonrestrictive clause.