Comma Practice

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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 you use a comma before 'and'?

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You use a comma before 'and' when joining two independent clauses in a compound sentence.

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Correct this sentence: I like apples oranges and bananas.

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I like apples, oranges, and bananas.

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What is the purpose of a comma in direct address?

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A comma is used in direct address to separate the name of the person being spoken to from the rest of the sentence.

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Correct this sentence: Let's eat grandma!

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Let's eat, grandma!

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When should you use a comma after an introductory phrase?

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You should use a comma after an introductory phrase to separate it from the main clause.

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Correct this sentence: After the storm we tried to ride our bikes in the mud.

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After the storm, we tried to ride our bikes in the mud.

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What is a non-restrictive clause?

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A non-restrictive clause provides additional information about a noun but is not essential to the meaning of the sentence and is usually set off by commas.

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Correct this sentence: Mr. Hall who ordered another double anchovy pizza claims to have a pet dolphin in his backyard pool.

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Mr. Hall, who ordered another double anchovy pizza, claims to have a pet dolphin in his backyard pool.

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What is the rule for using commas in a list?

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In a list, commas are used to separate three or more items.