Students _______ meet the minimum GPA requirement may apply for the scholarship.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
who meet the minimum GPA requirement
, who meet the minimum GPA requirement,
, who meet the minimum GPA requirement
who meet the minimum GPA requirement,
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. This question tests distinguishing essential from nonessential clauses.
- Context clues: The clause identifies WHICH students may apply—essential information.
- Meaning: Use "who" without commas for essential (restrictive) clauses.
- Verify: "Students who meet the minimum GPA requirement may apply" limits which students.
💡 Strategy: If removing the clause changes who we're talking about, it's essential (no commas).
Choice B is incorrect because commas would make it nonessential, implying all students qualify. Choice C is incorrect because one comma is grammatically inconsistent. Choice D is incorrect because one comma after is grammatically incorrect.