Comma Flashcard

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What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate elements in a sentence, such as items in a list, adjectives, or clauses, to clarify meaning.

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How many adjectives can be separated by commas before a noun?

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Two or more adjectives of equal rank can be separated by commas before a noun.

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Where should commas be placed in a sentence?

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Commas should be placed where there is a natural pause or to separate elements that need clarification.

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True or False: Commas are used to separate items in a series.

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True

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What does it mean for adjectives to be of equal rank?

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Adjectives are of equal rank if they can be joined by 'and' without changing the meaning.

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Where should the comma go in this sentence? 'I bought apples oranges and bananas.'

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After 'apples' and 'oranges'.

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What is an example of using a comma before a conjunction?

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In the sentence 'I wanted to go, but it was raining,' the comma is placed before 'but'.

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True or False: You should use a comma after an introductory phrase.

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True

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two independent clauses joined by a conjunction, often requiring a comma before the conjunction.

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Where should the comma go in this sentence? 'After dinner we went for a walk.'

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After 'dinner'.