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What is punctuation?

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Punctuation refers to the marks used in writing that help clarify meaning and separate linguistic units, such as sentences and clauses.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought, making it a complete sentence.

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When should you use a comma before a conjunction?

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A comma should be used before a conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') when it connects two independent clauses.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction or a semicolon.

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What is the purpose of a list in writing?

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A list is used to present multiple items or ideas in a clear and organized manner, often separated by commas.

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What is the correct punctuation for dates in a sentence?

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When writing dates, use commas to separate the day, month, and year, e.g., 'On Friday, June 4, 2015, I will...'

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What is the function of commas in a series?

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Commas are used to separate items in a series to avoid confusion and clarify the list.

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What is an introductory phrase?

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An introductory phrase is a group of words that provides context or background information for the main part of the sentence, often followed by a comma.

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What is the Oxford comma?

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The Oxford comma is the final comma in a list of items, placed before 'and' or 'or' to clarify the separation of items.