Commas Flashcard

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What is the purpose of using commas in a series or list?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list to clarify the individual elements. For example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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How do you correctly use commas in a series?

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You place commas between items in a list, and before the conjunction (like 'and' or 'or') in the last item. Example: 'I like apples, bananas, and oranges.'

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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 before the main clause of a sentence. Example: 'After finishing my homework,'.

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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. Example: 'After finishing my homework, I went to bed.'

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal. Common examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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How do you use commas before coordinating conjunctions?

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You use a comma before a coordinating conjunction when it connects two independent clauses. Example: 'I went to the store, and I bought some groceries.'

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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'. Example: 'I like apples, oranges, and bananas.' It clarifies the separation of items.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is the rule for using commas with adjectives?

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When two or more adjectives equally modify a noun, they should be separated by a comma. Example: 'It was a long, tiring day.'

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How do you use commas with direct address?

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When directly addressing someone in a sentence, use a comma to separate their name from the rest of the sentence. Example: 'Can you help me, Sarah?'.