WB 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 commas in a list?

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

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How do you use a comma in a sentence with a direct address?

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Use a comma to separate the name of the person being addressed from the rest of the sentence. For example: 'Let's eat, Grandma!'.

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What is the correct way to write a city and state?

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When writing a city and state, use a comma to separate them. For example: 'I live in New Palestine, Indiana.'

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How do you use commas in dates?

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

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What is the rule for using commas before conjunctions?

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Use a comma before conjunctions (like 'and', 'but', 'or') when connecting two independent clauses. For example: 'I wanted to go, but it was raining.'

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When should you not use a comma?

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Do not use a comma to separate a subject from its verb or a verb from its object. For example: 'The dog barked loudly.'

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What is an example of a sentence that needs a comma for clarity?

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The sentence 'Let's eat Grandma!' needs a comma to clarify that you are talking to Grandma, not eating her. It should be 'Let's eat, Grandma!'.

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How do you use commas in addresses?

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Use a comma to separate the city from the state in an address. For example: 'I live in Idaho Falls, Idaho.'

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What is the purpose of a comma in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before the conjunction in a compound sentence to separate two independent clauses. For example: 'I wanted to play outside, but it started to rain.'