Commas After Introductory Words or Phrases

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What punctuation mark should be used after an introductory phrase in a sentence?

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comma

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In the sentence 'After the rain the sun came out,' where should the comma be placed?

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After the rain, the sun came out.

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Which of the following is an example of an introductory phrase that requires a comma: 'In the morning' or 'Yesterday'?

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'In the morning'

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What purpose does a comma serve after an introductory word or phrase?

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It separates the introductory element from the main clause.

Front

True or False: An introductory phrase is always followed by a comma.

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True

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What is an introductory phrase?

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A group of words that sets the stage for the main part of the sentence.

Front

Give an example of a sentence with an introductory phrase followed by a comma.

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After dinner, we went for a walk.

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What is the effect of using a comma after an introductory phrase?

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It helps clarify the meaning of the sentence.

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List three types of introductory elements that require a comma.

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Introductory phrases, introductory clauses, and introductory words.

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What is an example of an introductory clause?

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Although it was raining, we decided to go outside.