3.4 Commas

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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 before 'and' in a list?

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You should use a comma before 'and' in a list when you are listing three or more items. This is called the Oxford comma.

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What is the purpose of using commas in sentences?

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Commas help clarify meaning by indicating pauses, separating items, and organizing complex sentences.

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Where should a comma be placed in the sentence: 'Hoping for the best I flew to the scene of the crime'?

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The comma should be placed after 'best': 'Hoping for the best, I flew to the scene of the crime.'

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How do you correctly punctuate the sentence: 'Wind power is cheaper cleaner and renewable'?

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You should write: 'Wind power is cheaper, cleaner, and renewable.'

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What is the correct way to write: 'Overall wind power is the better choice'?

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The correct way is: 'Overall, wind power is the better choice.'

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In the sentence 'I went to the store and bought apples oranges and bananas', where should the commas be placed?

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The correct sentence is: 'I went to the store and bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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What is an example of a sentence that uses a comma to separate clauses?

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Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is the rule for using commas with introductory phrases?

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You should place a comma after an introductory phrase to separate it from the main clause.

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How do you use commas in direct address?

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