Commas in a Series Flashcard

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What is a comma in a series?

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A comma in a series is a punctuation mark used to separate three or more items in a list.

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

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You should use a comma before 'and' in a list when you are separating three or more items. This is known as the Oxford comma.

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Example of a correct sentence using commas in a series.

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I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.

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What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

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Commas help clarify meaning by indicating pauses and separating elements in a sentence.

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Identify the error: 'I like to swim run and bike.'

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The correct sentence is 'I like to swim, run, and bike.' Commas are needed to separate the items.

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What is the rule for using commas in a list of adjectives?

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Use commas to separate adjectives that equally describe a noun, e.g., 'It was a long, tiring, and difficult journey.'

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How do you punctuate this sentence correctly? 'The dog is big fluffy and friendly.'

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The correct sentence is 'The dog is big, fluffy, and friendly.' Commas separate the adjectives.

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What is an example of a sentence without the Oxford comma?

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I love my parents, Lady Gaga and Elvis.

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What is an example of a sentence with the Oxford comma?

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I love my parents, Lady Gaga, and Elvis.

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What is a common mistake when using commas in a series?

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A common mistake is omitting commas between items, e.g., 'I need bread milk and eggs' instead of 'I need bread, milk, and eggs.'