Which sentence uses a comma in a way that is considered contested usage?

Question

Select two correct answers.
(1 point)
• Stephen did not understand the question, and so Gina tried to explain it to him more clearly.
• Zagreb, Sarajevo, and Dubrovnik are all major cities in the Balkan region of eastern Europe.
• We are passing through New Orleans, Louisiana right before we stop in Houston, Texas.
• Faith, Millie's best friend from summer camp, is coming to visit in a few weeks.
• Winston Churchill famously said, "It is not in our power to anticipate our destiny."

Answer 1

The sentences that use a comma in a way that is considered contested usage are:

1. Stephen did not understand the question, and so Gina tried to explain it to him more clearly. - The use of the comma before "and so" can be debated, as some style guides recommend omitting it in this context.

2. We are passing through New Orleans, Louisiana right before we stop in Houston, Texas. - The use of the comma before "Louisiana" is generally correct, but the lack of a comma before "Texas" can be considered contested, as some styles may call for a comma in both instances when listing.

These sentences are often discussed due to differing opinions on their comma usage.