Commas Practice

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What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, to set off introductory elements, to separate independent clauses, and to clarify meaning.

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

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A comma should be used before 'and' in a list of three or more items to separate the last item from the rest.

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What is an example of a sentence that correctly uses commas in a list?

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I bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes.

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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 set off their name. Example: "Can you help me, Sarah?"

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What is the rule for using commas with conjunctions?

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Use a comma before a conjunction (like 'and', 'but', 'or') when it connects two independent clauses.

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What is an example of a sentence that uses a comma with a conjunction?

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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When should you use commas after introductory phrases?

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Use a comma after introductory phrases or clauses to separate them from the main clause. Example: "After dinner, we went for a walk."

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What is an example of a sentence that correctly uses a comma after an introductory phrase?

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After the movie, we went out for ice cream.

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How do you use commas in dates?

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Use a comma to separate the day from the year in a date. Example: "July 4, 1776, is a significant date in American history."

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What is an example of a sentence that correctly uses a comma in a date?

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On December 25, 2021, we celebrated Christmas.