8-Ch. 14, p. 366 Commas introductory and interrupters

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What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

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Commas are used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, or clarify meaning.

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What is an introductory element in a sentence?

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An introductory element is a word, phrase, or clause that comes before the main clause and sets the stage for the sentence.

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When should you use a comma after an introductory phrase?

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

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What is an interrupter in a sentence?

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An interrupter is a word, phrase, or clause that adds information but can be removed without changing the sentence's meaning.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with an interrupter?

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You should place commas before and after the interrupter.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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How do you identify an independent clause?

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An independent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence and contains a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction.

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When should you use a comma in a compound sentence?

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You should use a comma before the conjunction that joins two independent clauses.

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What is the rule for using commas with direct address?

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When directly addressing someone, use a comma to separate the name from the rest of the sentence.