Commas and Introductory Phrases

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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 should you use a comma after an introductory phrase?

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You should use a comma after an introductory phrase to separate it from the main clause of the sentence.

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Example of a sentence with a comma after an introductory phrase.

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"After dinner, we went for a walk."

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What is an introductory phrase?

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An introductory phrase is a group of words that provides context or background information for the main part of the sentence.

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Identify the correct placement of the comma in this sentence: "Before long the villain challenged me to a duel."

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"Before long, the villain challenged me to a duel."

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Why is it important to use commas correctly?

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Using commas correctly helps clarify the meaning of sentences and makes writing easier to read.

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What is the rule for using commas in a list?

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Use commas to separate three or more items in a list.

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Example of a list using commas.

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"I bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes."

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What is a common mistake when using commas with introductory phrases?

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A common mistake is forgetting to place a comma after the introductory phrase.

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Identify the correct placement of the comma in this sentence: "After my amazing rescue was on the news I had many people asking for my autograph."

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"After my amazing rescue was on the news, I had many people asking for my autograph."