Quarter 2 Benchmark--Sophomores

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What is a comma?

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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 a comma be used before a conjunction?

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A comma should be used before a conjunction (like 'and', 'but', 'or') when it connects two independent clauses.

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What is a semi-colon?

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A punctuation mark (;) used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

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When is it appropriate to use a semi-colon?

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Use a semi-colon to link two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

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What is the purpose of using commas in a series?

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Commas are used to separate three or more items in a list to clarify meaning.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with an introductory phrase?

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Use a comma after an introductory phrase to separate it from the main clause.

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What is the rule for using commas with adjectives?

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Use commas to separate two or more adjectives that equally modify a noun.

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What is the difference between a comma and a semi-colon?

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A comma indicates a smaller pause and is used within sentences, while a semi-colon connects closely related independent clauses.