U4W2 Flashcard

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What is a comma?

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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 a comma be used before 'but'?

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A comma should be used before 'but' when it connects two independent clauses.

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What is an independent clause?

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A group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

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To clarify meaning, indicate pauses, and separate elements within a sentence.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a list?

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Use commas to separate items in the list, and place 'and' before the last item.

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What is the rule for using commas with conjunctions?

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Use a comma before a conjunction (like 'and', 'but', 'or') when it connects two independent clauses.

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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How do you identify the main idea in a text?

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Look for the topic sentence or the most repeated ideas throughout the passage.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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When is it appropriate to use no comma in a sentence?

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When the sentence structure does not require a pause or separation of elements.