Comma Usage

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English
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3rd - 5th 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 do we use a comma in a list?
Back
We use commas to separate items in a list, for example: I like apples, bananas, and oranges.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the rule for using commas before 'and' in a list?
Back
A comma is used before 'and' in a list of three or more items, known as the Oxford comma. For example: I bought apples, bananas, and oranges.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you use commas in dates?
Back
In dates, a comma is used to separate the day from the year. For example: April 1, 2020.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you use commas in addresses?
Back
In addresses, commas are used to separate the street address from the city and the city from the state. For example: 123 Main St, Springfield, IL.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a compound sentence?
Back
A compound sentence is made up of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction, and a comma is used before the conjunction. For example: I wanted to go outside, but it was raining.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When do we use commas in direct address?
Back
We 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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