Problem 15 - Entrance Test

Hey Dr. Evans could you review my proposal?

A. A. Hey Dr. Evans, could you review my proposal?B. B. Hey, Dr. Evans could you review my proposal?C. C. Hey, Dr. Evans, could you review my proposal?D. D. Hey Dr. Evans could you review my proposal?

Correct: C

Option C correctly uses commas to set off both the introductory interjection 'Hey' and the direct address 'Dr. Evans.' When an interjection or a name is used in direct address at the beginning of a sentence, it should be followed by a comma. If a name or title is used in direct address within the sentence, it should be set off by commas. Option A only correctly punctuates the direct address, but not the interjection. Option B only correctly punctuates the interjection. Option D lacks necessary commas.