Commas in Direct Address

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What is a comma in direct address?

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A comma used to separate the name of a person being spoken to from the rest of the sentence.

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Example of a correct use of a comma in direct address: 'Let's eat, Grandma.'

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This sentence correctly uses a comma to address Grandma.

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Example of an incorrect use of a comma in direct address: 'Let's eat Grandma.'

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This sentence is incorrect because it does not use a comma to separate the name.

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When do we use commas in direct address?

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We use commas in direct address when we are speaking directly to someone.

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Correct or Not Correct: 'Hello, John how are you?'

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Not Correct - There should be a comma after 'John'.

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Correct or Not Correct: 'Can you help me, Sarah?'

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Correct - The comma is used correctly to address Sarah.

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What happens if we forget the comma in direct address?

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The meaning of the sentence can change or become confusing.

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Correct or Not Correct: 'Thank you Mrs. Smith for your help.'

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Not Correct - There should be a comma after 'Thank you'.

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What is the rule for using commas in direct address?

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Always place a comma before the name of the person being addressed.

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Correct or Not Correct: 'I love you, Mom.'

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Correct - The comma is used correctly before 'Mom'.