Question

Martin, having worked for thirty years - retired to his countryside villa.
Choose the option that best corrects the underlined words in the above-mentioned sentence.

• A. Martin having worked for thirty years, retired
• B. Martin, having worked for thirty years, retired
• C. Martin having worked for thirty years retired
• D. NO CHANGE

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Martin, having worked for thirty years, retired

The phrase 'having worked for thirty years' is used to modify or illustrate the noun, Martin. So, it is known as the participle phrase.

According to the rule, a comma must be used to separate the participle clause from the main clause. Thus, the correct answer is Option B.

The usage of a dash in the sentence do not bring out the intended meaning.