Commas

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What is a comma?

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A comma is a punctuation mark (,) used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

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When should you use a comma before 'and' in a list?

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You should use a comma before 'and' in a list when you are listing three or more items. This is known as the Oxford comma.

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How do you use commas in dates?

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In dates, commas are used to separate the day from the year. For example, 'May 5, 2016'.

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What is the rule for using commas in compound sentences?

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In compound sentences, use a comma before the conjunction (like 'and', 'but', 'or') that connects two independent clauses.

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When should you use a comma after an introductory phrase?

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Use a comma after an introductory phrase or clause to separate it from the main part of the sentence.

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What is an example of using commas in a list?

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Example: I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.

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How do you use commas with direct address?

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When directly addressing someone, use a comma to separate their name from the rest of the sentence. Example: 'Amanda, can you help me?'

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What is a common mistake when using commas?

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A common mistake is to forget to use a comma before a conjunction in a compound sentence.

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How do you use commas with adjectives?

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When two or more adjectives equally describe a noun, separate them with commas. Example: It was a long, tiring day.

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What is the purpose of commas in a sentence?

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Commas help clarify meaning by indicating pauses, separating items, and organizing information.