Commas with Interrupters

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What is a comma with an interrupter?

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A comma with an interrupter is used to set off words or phrases that break the flow of a sentence, providing additional information without changing the main meaning.

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When should you use a comma before an interrupter?

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You should use a comma before an interrupter to indicate a pause in the sentence, making it clearer for the reader.

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Example of a sentence with an interrupter: 'The dog, I believe, is barking.' What is the interrupter?

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The interrupter is 'I believe'.

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What is the purpose of using commas with interrupters?

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The purpose is to clarify the sentence and provide additional information without disrupting the main idea.

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Identify the interrupter in this sentence: 'My brother, however, is not coming.'

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The interrupter is 'however'.

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True or False: Commas are always needed before and after an interrupter.

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True, commas are needed before and after an interrupter.

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What happens if you don't use commas with interrupters?

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If you don't use commas, the sentence may become confusing or misinterpreted.

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In the sentence 'The movie, I think, was great,' what does the interrupter 'I think' indicate?

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It indicates the speaker's opinion about the movie.

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What is an example of a sentence without an interrupter?

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'The dog is barking loudly.' This sentence has no additional information interrupting the flow.

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How can you identify an interrupter in a sentence?

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Look for phrases or words that can be removed without changing the main meaning of the sentence.