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What is a comma?

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A comma is 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 do you use a comma in a list?

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You use a comma to separate items in a list, for example: apples, oranges, and bananas.

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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'. For example: I like apples, oranges, and bananas.

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How do you use a comma with conjunctions?

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Use a comma before a conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') when connecting two independent clauses. For example: I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that has at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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How do you punctuate direct speech?

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Use a comma to separate the spoken words from the rest of the sentence. For example: She said, "Hello!"

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When should you use a comma after an introductory phrase?

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Use a comma after an introductory phrase to separate it from the main clause. For example: After dinner, we went for a walk.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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How do you use commas in dates?

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Use a comma to separate the day from the year in a date. For example: July 4, 1776.

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What is the rule for using commas in addresses?

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Use commas to separate the city from the state and the state from the zip code. For example: Juneau, AK 99801.