Commas

Commas

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English

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a comma?

Back

A comma is a punctuation mark (,) used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a comma before 'and' in a list?

Back

You should use a comma before 'and' in a list when it separates the last two items in a series, known as the Oxford comma. Example: I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

A comma is used before a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) to connect two independent clauses. Example: I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where should the comma go in the sentence: 'My brother who is a doctor lives in New York'?

Back

The comma should go before 'who': 'My brother, who is a doctor, lives in New York.' This indicates that the clause is non-restrictive.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a non-restrictive clause?

Back

A non-restrictive clause provides additional information that can be omitted without changing the meaning of the sentence. It is usually set off by commas.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you use commas in direct address?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the rule for using commas with introductory phrases?

Back

Use a comma after an introductory phrase or clause to separate it from the main clause. Example: 'After dinner, we went for a walk.'

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