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 do we use commas in a list?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list of three or more. For example: "I bought apples, oranges, and bananas."

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What is an appositive?

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An appositive is a noun or noun phrase that renames another noun right beside it. Commas are used to set off appositives. Example: "My brother, a talented musician, plays guitar."

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What is an introductory phrase?

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An introductory phrase is a group of words that comes before the main clause of a sentence. It is often followed by a comma. Example: "After dinner, we went for a walk."

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How do you use commas with direct address?

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When directly addressing someone in a sentence, use commas to separate their name from the rest of the sentence. Example: "Can you help me, Sarah?"

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. A comma is used before the conjunction. Example: "I wanted to go, but it was raining."

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When do we use commas with adjectives?

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Use commas to separate two or more adjectives that equally describe a noun. Example: "It was a long, tiring day."

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What is a series?

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A series is a list of three or more items. Commas are used to separate the items, and an 'and' is used before the last item. Example: "We need bread, milk, and eggs."

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How do you use commas with quotes?

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Use commas to separate a quote from the rest of the sentence. Example: She said, "I will be there soon."

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence. It often begins with a subordinating conjunction and is followed by a comma when it comes before the main clause. Example: "Although it was raining, we went outside."