Comma Flashcard Week 3

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English
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6th - 8th Grade
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Hard
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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'?
Back
A comma should be used before 'and' when it connects two independent clauses.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an independent clause?
Back
An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dependent clause?
Back
A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of nonessential clauses?
Back
Nonessential clauses provide additional information that can be removed without changing the main meaning of the sentence.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between essential and nonessential clauses?
Back
Essential clauses are necessary for the meaning of the sentence, while nonessential clauses can be omitted without altering the sentence's meaning.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you punctuate a nonessential clause?
Back
Nonessential clauses are set off by commas.
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