Commas & Introductory Phrases

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What is a comma?

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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 after an introductory phrase?

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

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Identify the introductory phrase in this sentence: 'After school, I like to play outside.'

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After school,

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Where should a comma be placed in the sentence: 'Before dinner we set the table.'?

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After 'Before dinner'.

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Which of the following sentences uses a comma correctly? 'In the morning we will go for a walk.' or 'In the morning, we will go for a walk.'

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'In the morning, we will go for a walk.' uses the comma correctly.

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What is the purpose of using commas in a list?

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To separate items in a list for clarity.

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Where should a comma be placed in the sentence: 'Yes I would like some ice cream.'?

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After 'Yes'.

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Identify the introductory phrase in this sentence: 'During the winter, we like to ski.'

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During the winter,

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Which sentence is correct? 'She loves to read books, and she loves to write.' or 'She loves to read books and she loves to write.'

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'She loves to read books, and she loves to write.' is correct.

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What is an example of an introductory phrase?

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Examples include: 'After the movie,' 'In the morning,' 'Before the game,'.