Commas

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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 we use a comma in a sentence?

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We use a comma to separate clauses, items in a list, or to indicate a pause.

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Example of using a comma in a list:

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I bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes.

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Where should the comma go in this sentence: 'I like pizza I like pasta'?

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I like pizza, I like pasta.

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Where should the comma go in this sentence: 'After school we went to the park'?

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After school, we went to the park.

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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 improve readability.

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Where do we place a comma when addressing someone?

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We place a comma before the name of the person being addressed, e.g., 'Let's eat, Grandma!'.

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Where should the comma go in this sentence: 'Before dinner we played games'?

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Before dinner, we played games.

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Where should the comma go in this sentence: 'While reading she fell asleep'?

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While reading, she fell asleep.

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What is an example of a compound sentence using a comma?

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.