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Which sentence shows correct comma usage?

A) "Oh no" he grumbled impatiently under his breath "Now, I have to start all over."
B) "Oh no" he grumbled impatiently under his breath "Now I have to start, all over."
C) "Oh no," he grumbled impatiently under his breath, "Now I have to start all over."
D) "Oh no," he grumbled, impatiently under his breath, "Now I have to start all over."

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C is the answer to the question
User Venkatesh Laguduva
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Answer:

C) "Oh no," he grumbled impatiently under his breath, "Now I have to start all over."

Step-by-step explanation:

There are several instances where using a comma brings clarity and cohesiveness to your text. For example, a comma should be used when joining two independent clauses with a conjunction:

We could not make it in time, so we did not go.

A comma is also useful after an introductory phrase:

Forced to eat on her own, she decided to at least watch TV.

Commas should also be used when introducing direct quotes, such as in this example.

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