Mastering Comma Usage in Writing

Mastering Comma Usage in Writing

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English

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of using commas in a series?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you correctly use a comma after an introductory word like 'well'?

Back

A comma should follow the introductory word. For example: 'Well, we should get started.'

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a subordinate clause?

Back

A subordinate clause is a part of a sentence that cannot stand alone as a complete thought. It often begins with words like 'although' or 'because.'

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you place a comma after a subordinate clause?

Back

A comma should be placed after a subordinate clause when it appears at the beginning of a sentence. For example: 'Although it was late, we continued working.'

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you correctly punctuate dialogue that is divided in a sentence?

Back

Use commas to separate the dialogue from the attribution. For example: 'I can't believe it,' she said, 'that we won!'.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the rule for using commas with transitional words like 'yes'?

Back

A comma should follow transitional words at the beginning of a sentence. For example: 'Yes, we can go to the park.'

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Oxford comma?

Back

The Oxford comma is the final comma in a list of items, placed before 'and' or 'or'. For example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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