Question

Choose the sentence with the correct usage.

a. Even with a speed limit sign clearly posted, an inattentive driver may drive too fast.
b. Except for the roses, she did not accept John’s frequent gifts.
c. Although he continued to advise me, I no longer took his advice.
d. In order to adapt to the climate, we had to adopt a different style of clothing.
e. When he’s among friends, Robert seems confident, but between you and me, he is really very shy.
f. I will be finished at about ten in the morning, and will be arriving at home at about 6:30.

Answer 1

The correctly punctuated sentence is 'Even with a speed limit sign clearly posted, an inattentive driver may drive too fast.' Other sample sentences were reviewed and corrected for appropriate comma usage.

Step-by-step explanation:

Correct Usage and Punctuation in Sentences

Among the sentences provided, the one with the correct usage and punctuation is:

a. Even with a speed limit sign clearly posted, an inattentive driver may drive too fast.

This sentence correctly uses a comma after the introductory phrase and maintains proper sentence structure.

Now, let's review and correct the punctuation for the provided sentences:

1. I finally found my keys, and I got to work just in time.
2. Mrs. Contreras threw out her old coffee table and cleaned the carpet.
3. Taking the elevator to the roof, we hoped we could see the skyline and the bay.
4. Though Susan wasn't feeling well, she went to the store anyway and bought ice cream, pizza, and candy.
5. I let my neighbor borrow my phone because she said hers was tapped by the police.

Each correction ensures that the use of commas follows the rules of compound sentences, introductory phrases, and lists, thus improving the clarity of the sentences.