Punctuation

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is punctuation?
Back
Punctuation refers to the marks used in writing that help clarify meaning and separate linguistic units. Common punctuation marks include periods, commas, question marks, and exclamation points.
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CCSS.L.1.2B
CCSS.L.4.3B
CCSS.L.K.2B
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a comma?
Back
Commas are used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, and to set off clauses or phrases.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use a comma before 'and' in a list?
Back
A comma should be used before 'and' in a list of three or more items to separate the last item from the rest, known as the Oxford comma.
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CCSS.L.1.2C
CCSS.L.5.2A
CCSS.L.7.2A
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a correctly punctuated list?
Back
I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.
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CCSS.L.1.2C
CCSS.L.5.2A
CCSS.L.7.2A
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you use commas in compound sentences?
Back
In compound sentences, a comma is used before the conjunction (like 'and', 'but', or 'or') that connects two independent clauses.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.1I
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.5.1E
CCSS.L.7.1B
CCSS.L.9-10.2A
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an independent clause?
Back
An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.
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CCSS.L.7.1A
CCSS.L.9-10.1B
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct way to punctuate direct address?
Back
When directly addressing someone, use a comma to separate the name from the rest of the sentence. Example: 'Amanda, can you help me?'
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
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