Question

which statements describe characteristics of a restrictive clause? select three options
□ it is set off by commas.
□ it contains a subject and a verb.
□ it is not set apart by punctuation.
□ it is essential to the meaning of the sentence.
□ it adds nonessential information to the sentence

Explanation:

1. A restrictive clause (also called an essential clause) is a dependent clause that modifies a noun or pronoun and is essential to the meaning of the sentence.
2. It contains a subject and a verb (as it is a clause).
3. It is not set off by punctuation (unlike non - restrictive clauses which use commas).
4. The option "It is set off by commas" is incorrect as that's a feature of non - restrictive clauses.
5. The option "It adds nonessential information to the sentence" is incorrect as restrictive clauses add essential information. So the correct options are the ones stating it contains a subject and a verb, it is not set apart by punctuation, and it is essential to the meaning of the sentence.

Answer:

• It contains a subject and a verb.
• It is not set apart by punctuation.
• It is essential to the meaning of the sentence.