Do You Need a Comma Before Which?

Do You Need a Comma Before Which?

Use a comma before which when it introduces a nonrestrictive phrase. Don't use a comma before which when it's part of a prepositional phrase, such as “in which.” Don't use a comma before which when it introduces an indirect question.

What are the 8 rules for commas?

What are the 8 rules for commas?
  • Use a comma to separate independent clauses.
  • Use a comma after an introductory clause or phrase.
  • Use a comma between all items in a series.
  • Use commas to set off nonrestrictive clauses.
  • Use a comma to set off appositives.
  • Use a comma to indicate direct address.

How do you use to Which?

The relative clause is "to which it belongs." It means the same thing as "that it belongs to." The relative clause modifies the noun phrase "the group sculture", which means the "which" in "to which" must refer to the group sculpture.

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