Commas in Direct Address

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What is a comma in direct address?

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A comma used to separate a person's name or title from the rest of the sentence when directly addressing them.

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When should you use a comma in direct address?

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Use a comma when directly speaking to someone by name or title in a sentence.

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Example of a sentence with a comma in direct address:

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"Can you help me, Sarah?"

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What is the purpose of using a comma in direct address?

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To clarify who is being spoken to and to avoid confusion.

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Identify the correct placement of the comma: "Let's eat Grandma!" vs. "Let's eat, Grandma!"

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"Let's eat, Grandma!" - The comma indicates that you are addressing Grandma.

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What happens if you omit the comma in direct address?

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It can change the meaning of the sentence or make it unclear.

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In the sentence "I saw you, John," where is the comma placed?

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After 'you' to indicate that John is being addressed.

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Is a comma needed in the sentence "I like your painting Brian"?

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Yes, it should be "I like your painting, Brian."

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What is the rule for using commas with names in direct address?

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Always place a comma before the name or title when directly addressing someone.

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How do you punctuate this sentence: "Thank you for your help Lisa"?

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It should be "Thank you for your help, Lisa."