Commas and appositives

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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 should you use a comma in a list?

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Use commas to separate three or more items in a list. For example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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What is an appositive?

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An appositive is a noun or noun phrase that renames or explains another noun next to it. For example: 'My brother, a talented musician, plays the guitar.'

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How do you punctuate an appositive?

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An appositive is usually set off by commas. For example: 'The teacher, Mrs. Smith, is very kind.'

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Where do you place a comma before a conjunction?

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Place a comma before a conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') when it connects two independent clauses. For example: 'I wanted to go, but it was raining.'

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What is the rule for using commas with introductory phrases?

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Use a comma after an introductory phrase or clause. For example: 'After dinner, we went for a walk.'

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How do you use commas with direct address?

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Use commas to separate the name of a person being addressed from the rest of the sentence. For example: 'Can you help me, Sarah?'

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What is the correct comma usage in the sentence: 'I enjoy reading cooking and traveling.'?

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The correct sentence is: 'I enjoy reading, cooking, and traveling.'

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a city and state?

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Use a comma before the state when writing a city and state. For example: 'I live in Seattle, Washington.'

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What is the purpose of a comma in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before the conjunction in a compound sentence to separate two independent clauses. For example: 'I wanted to play, but it was too late.'