Commas in a Series

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What is a comma in a series?

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A comma in a series is used to separate three or more items in a list to clarify the meaning of the sentence.

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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 of three or more items, known as the Oxford comma, to avoid confusion.

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Example of a sentence using commas in a series.

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I bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes.

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What is the purpose of using commas in a series?

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The purpose is to make the sentence clearer and easier to read by indicating the separation of items.

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Correct the sentence: 'I want to eat pizza pasta and salad.'

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I want to eat pizza, pasta, and salad.

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Identify the error: 'We need eggs milk and bread.'

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Add commas: 'We need eggs, milk, and bread.'

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What is the rule for using commas in a series?

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Use commas to separate items in a list of three or more.

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Correct the sentence: 'For breakfast I had toast cereal and juice.'

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For breakfast, I had toast, cereal, and juice.

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What is an example of a sentence without the Oxford comma?

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I love my parents, Lady Gaga and Humpty Dumpty.

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What is an example of a sentence with the Oxford comma?

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I love my parents, Lady Gaga, and Humpty Dumpty.