Comma Practice

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What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

Back

A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, or to clarify meaning.

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When should a comma be placed after an introductory phrase?

Back

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

Front

In the sentence 'Shaking hands with people the president barely made it to his car,' where should the comma be placed?

Back

The comma should be placed after 'people'.

Front

What is the rule for using commas in a compound sentence?

Back

A comma is used before the conjunction (and, but, or, nor, for, so, yet) when it connects two independent clauses.

Front

Is a comma needed in the sentence 'I decided to take Onyx on a walk around the neighborhood and then to the park'?

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No, a comma is not needed in this sentence.

Front

What is a non-restrictive clause and how is it punctuated?

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A non-restrictive clause provides additional information but is not essential to the meaning of the sentence. It is set off by commas.

Front

In the sentence 'Our car, a small compact, gets great gas mileage,' is the comma usage correct?

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Yes, the comma usage is correct as it separates the non-restrictive clause.

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When should you not use a comma before 'and' in a list?

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You should not use a comma before 'and' in a list if the items are not independent clauses.

Front

What is the rule for using commas with direct address?

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A comma should be used to separate the name of the person being addressed from the rest of the sentence.

Front

In the sentence 'Before work I need to go to the gym,' is a comma needed?

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Yes, a comma is needed after 'Before work' to separate the introductory phrase from the main clause.