Introductory 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 items in a list to make it clear that they are distinct items.

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Example of a list with commas:

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I bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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How do we use commas in compound sentences?

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We use a comma before the conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') that joins the two independent clauses.

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Example of a compound sentence with a comma:

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I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain.

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What is an introductory phrase?

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An introductory phrase is a group of words that comes at the beginning of a sentence and provides context.

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How do we use commas with introductory phrases?

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We use a comma after an introductory phrase to separate it from 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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What is a direct address in a sentence?

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A direct address is when you call someone by name in a sentence.