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, to separate items in a list, to set off non-essential information, and to clarify meaning.

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What is an example of a correctly punctuated sentence with a non-essential clause?

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Gianna, who likes to sing, is in the talent show.

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How should dates be punctuated in a sentence?

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When writing dates, a comma should be used to separate the day from the year, and also after the year if the sentence continues.

Front

What is the correct way to list multiple items in a sentence?

Back

Use commas to separate items in a list, and include 'and' before the last item.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses. The common coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so (FANBOYS).

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When should you use a comma before a coordinating conjunction?

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A comma should be used before a coordinating conjunction 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 contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.

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What is the rule for using commas with introductory phrases?

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

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a direct address?

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Use commas to set off the name or title of the person being addressed.