Commas & Introductory Phrases

Commas & Introductory Phrases

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English

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a comma?

Back

A comma is a punctuation mark (,) used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a comma after an introductory phrase?

Back

You should use a comma after an introductory phrase to separate it from the main clause of the sentence.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of a sentence with an introductory phrase and a comma.

Back

"After dinner, we went for a walk."

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an introductory phrase?

Back

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

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following sentences needs a comma? "Before the movie we had dinner."

Back

The sentence needs a comma after "movie": "Before the movie, we had dinner."

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

Back

Commas help clarify meaning by indicating pauses, separating items, and organizing information.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When do you NOT need a comma?

Back

You do not need a comma when the sentence is short and clear without it, such as "My favorite color is blue."

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