Commas & Introductory Phrases

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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 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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What is an introductory phrase?

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An introductory phrase is a group of words that provides context or background information for the main part of the sentence.

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Example of a sentence with an introductory phrase:

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"After dinner, we went for a walk."

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Which of the following sentences is correct? "Since I slept in I had to rush." or "Since I slept in, I had to rush."

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"Since I slept in, I had to rush." is correct because it uses a comma after the introductory phrase.

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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, separating items, and organizing information.

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When is it unnecessary to use a comma?

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It is unnecessary to use a comma when the sentence is short and clear without it, such as "Running is my favorite hobby."

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Where should the comma be placed in the sentence: "Grandma will you buy me some ice cream?"

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The comma should be placed after "Grandma": "Grandma, will you buy me some ice cream?"

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What is a common mistake when using commas with introductory phrases?

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A common mistake is forgetting to place a comma after the introductory phrase, which can lead to confusion.

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What is the rule for commas in a list?

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In a list, commas are used to separate items, except before the conjunction (and, or) in a simple list.