Comma Practice Flashcard

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What is the purpose of a comma before 'and' in a list?

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To separate the last item in a list from the conjunction 'and', clarifying that it is the final item.

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When should you use a comma in an address?

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Commas should be used to separate the elements of an address, such as the city and state.

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What is the correct way to punctuate this sentence: 'She is the head of the cheerleading squad and she just started soccer practice'?

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Insert a comma before 'and': 'She is the head of the cheerleading squad, and she just started soccer practice.'

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How do you correctly punctuate a sentence with 'or'?

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A comma is often used before 'or' when it connects two independent clauses.

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What is the rule for using commas in a series?

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Use commas to separate three or more items in a list.

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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'.

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When is it unnecessary to use a comma before 'and'?

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When 'and' connects two items in a simple list, no comma is needed.

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What is the correct punctuation for this address: 'Idaho Falls Idaho'?

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The correct punctuation is 'Idaho Falls, Idaho'.

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What is the function of commas in complex sentences?

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Commas are used to separate clauses and phrases to enhance clarity.

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How do you punctuate this sentence: 'Elmyra could work on her homework or she could play with her pet mice'?

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Insert a comma before 'or': 'Elmyra could work on her homework, or she could play with her pet mice.'