Comma Rules Practice

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What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, and clarify meaning.

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When should you use a comma before a conjunction?

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A comma should be used before a conjunction (like 'and', 'but', 'or') when it connects two independent clauses.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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How do you punctuate a direct address in a sentence?

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When directly addressing someone, use a comma to separate the name from the rest of the sentence.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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When should commas be used in a list?

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Commas should be used to separate items in a list, except before the conjunction in a simple list.

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What is the rule for using commas with introductory phrases?

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A comma should be placed after an introductory phrase or clause to separate it from the main clause.

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How do you use commas with non-essential clauses?

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Non-essential clauses should be set off with commas because they provide additional information that can be omitted without changing the sentence's meaning.

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What is the Oxford comma?

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The Oxford comma is the final comma in a list of items, placed before 'and' or 'or'. Its use is often debated.

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When should you not use a comma?

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Do not use a comma to separate a subject from its verb or to separate two items that are closely related.