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2. In which sentence does a comma suggest a slight pause and set off a direct address?

A. When you arrive, be sure to check in with the director.
B. On the contrary, I enjoy strolling through museums.
C. Sir, I believe you left your umbrella in the taxi.
D. First, press the seeds gently into the soil.



Answer :

Final answer:

A comma marks direct address in a sentence for a slight pause and to emphasize direct address.


Explanation:

A comma marks direct address in a sentence by setting off the person or thing being directly spoken to. In the sentence 'Sir, I believe you left your umbrella in the taxi,' the direct address 'Sir' is separated by a comma.

Commas are used to indicate a slight pause and emphasize the direct address, helping to clarify the speaker's intended audience.


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