Commas Practice

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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 should you use a comma before a conjunction?

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You should use a comma before a conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') when it connects two independent clauses.

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How do you use commas in a list?

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Use commas to separate three or more items in a list. For example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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What is the rule for using commas with direct address?

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When directly addressing someone in a sentence, place a comma before and after their name. For example: 'Thank you, Sarah, for your help.'

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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 or clause to separate it from the main part of the sentence. For example: 'After dinner, we went for a walk.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction, and a comma is used before the conjunction.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a tag question?

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Use a comma before the tag question. For example: 'It was a great day, wasn't it?'

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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: 'We bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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When should you not use a comma?

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Do not use a comma to separate a subject from its verb or to separate two items that are closely related.

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What is the purpose of commas in complex sentences?

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Commas help clarify the meaning of complex sentences by indicating pauses and separating clauses.