Commas

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What is a comma?

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A comma is a punctuation mark used to separate words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.

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When do we use commas in dates?

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We use commas in dates to separate the day from the year, like in 'July 4, 2016'.

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How do we use commas in a list?

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We use commas to separate items in a list, like 'apples, oranges, and bananas'.

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What is the correct way to write 'July 4 2016'?

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The correct way is 'July 4, 2016'.

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What is the correct way to write 'We ate chicken rice carrots.'?

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The correct way is 'We ate chicken, rice, and carrots.'

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What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

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The purpose of a comma is to clarify meaning and separate ideas.

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When do we use a comma before 'and'?

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We use a comma before 'and' in a list of three or more items.

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What is the correct way to write 'I live in New Palestine Indiana.'?

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The correct way is 'I live in New Palestine, Indiana.'

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What is the correct way to write 'May 5 2016'?

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The correct way is 'May 5, 2016'.

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What is an example of a sentence using commas correctly?

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An example is: 'I have a dog, a cat, and a fish.'