The Eight Comma Rules

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What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, or clarify meaning.

Front

True or False: A comma must go AFTER a coordinating conjunction.

Back

False

Front

What comma rule applies to the sentence: 'Hi, my name is Mr. Arritt.'?

Back

Use a comma to separate an introductory element from the rest of a sentence.

Front

Which sentence is punctuated correctly? 'Brody, Max, and Sophia yelled, "let's go," as they ran out to recess.'

Back

This sentence is punctuated correctly.

Front

What is one rule for using commas with cities and states?

Back

Use a comma to separate the name of a city from a country or state.

Front

Which sentence is punctuated correctly? 'Hello, my name is Otto, and I'm a rockstar student.'

Back

This sentence is punctuated correctly.

Front

What is the rule for using commas in a list of three or more items?

Back

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

Front

What is an introductory element in a sentence?

Back

An introductory element is a word, phrase, or clause that comes before the main clause and sets the stage for the sentence.

Front

When should you use a comma before a coordinating conjunction?

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Use a comma before a coordinating conjunction when it connects two independent clauses.

Front

What is the Oxford comma?

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The Oxford comma is the final comma in a list of items, placed before 'and' or 'or'.