Punctuation

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English
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6th - 12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of using commas in a list?
Back
Commas are used to separate items in a list to clarify the individual elements.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you correctly punctuate a compound sentence?
Back
A compound sentence is punctuated with a comma before the coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) that connects two independent clauses.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a possessive apostrophe and how is it used?
Back
A possessive apostrophe indicates ownership and is placed before the 's' for singular nouns (e.g., the dog's leash) and after the 's' for plural nouns (e.g., the dogs' park).
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use a comma before 'but'?
Back
You should use a comma before 'but' when it connects two independent clauses.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the rule for using commas in a series of three or more items?
Back
In a series of three or more items, commas are used to separate each item, and a comma is placed before the conjunction (usually 'and' or 'or') before the last item.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?
Back
'Its' is a possessive pronoun meaning 'belonging to it,' while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has.'
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you punctuate a sentence with a direct address?
Back
When directly addressing someone in a sentence, use commas to set off the name or title (e.g., 'Can you help me, John?').
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