Commas provide clues to the meaning of sentences. This is especially true for sentenes containing dependent clauses introduced by relative pronouns. Based on punctuation of the modifying clauses, select the correct explanation (a or b) of the meaning of each sentence below.

1. The spectators, who were from the other side of town, escaped unhurt.

   1.   ?    Some of the spectators escaped.
   2.   ?    All of the spectators escaped.

2. The umbrella that was left on the park bench was returned to the lady.

   1.   ?    The lady got one umbrella back.
   2.   ?    The lady got more than one umbrella back.

3. The people who left the concert early missed the performance by U2.

   1.   ?    Some of the people missed U2.
   2.   ?    All of the people missed U2.

4. People who entered the competition received prizes ranging from $50 to a new BMW.

   1.   ?    All people received prizes.
   2.   ?    Some people won prizes.

5. The workers who were thought to be most productive received study grants.

   1.   ?    All of the workers received study grants.
   2.   ?    Some of the workers received study grants.

6. The floods killed people who inhabited small villages.

   1.   ?    All village dwellers were killed.
   2.   ?    Some village dwellers were killed.

7. The tourists who were trying to feed the monkeys were bitten by the animals.

   1.   ?    All of the tourists were bitten.
   2.   ?    Some of the tourists were bitten.

8. People who stood on the stadium roof were surrounded by the fire.

   1.   ?    Some people were surrounded by the fire.
   2.   ?    All people were surrounded by the fire.