Question #N227
Which choice correctly uses a comma to set off a nonrestrictive clause in the sentence? "The artist whose work is characterized by its vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes, is known for her landscapes."
A. The artist, whose work is characterized by its vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes, is known for her landscapes.
B. The artist whose work is characterized by its vibrant colors, and bold brushstrokes, is known for her landscapes.
C. The artist whose work is characterized by its vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes is known for her landscapes,
D. The artist whose work is characterized by its vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes is known, for her landscapes.
Correct Answer is: A
The phrase "whose work is characterized by its vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes" is a nonrestrictive clause. A nonrestrictive clause adds additional information, but it isn't essential to the meaning of the sentence. Nonrestrictive clauses are set off with commas. The comma after "artist" and before "is known" is correctly placed.