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 should you use a comma in a list?

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

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How do you use commas 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, but it was raining.'

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What is the rule for using commas with introductory phrases?

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Use a comma after an introductory phrase or clause. For example: 'After dinner, we went for a walk.'

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When should you use a comma before 'and' in a list?

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Use a comma before 'and' in a list of three or more items (Oxford comma). For example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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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, often requiring a comma before the conjunction. For example: 'I wanted to play, but it started to rain.'

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How do you use commas with direct address?

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Use commas to separate the name of a person being addressed from the rest of the sentence. For example: 'Can you help me, Sarah?'

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What is the purpose of a comma in dates?

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

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How do you use commas with adjectives?

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Use commas to separate two or more adjectives that describe the same noun. For example: 'It was a long, tiring journey.'

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What is a non-essential clause?

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A non-essential clause provides extra information but can be removed without changing the sentence's meaning. Use commas to set it off. For example: 'My brother, who lives in New York, is visiting.'