Comma Usage Flashcard

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What is the correct format for addressing a letter?

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The correct format is: Dear [Name], [Body of the letter] Sincerely, [Your Name]

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What does a comma usually signify in a sentence?

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A comma usually signifies a pause in a sentence.

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How do we use commas in a series?

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Commas are used to separate items in a series, e.g., "Apples, oranges, and bananas."

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Where should the comma go in this sentence: After the day was over students ran to their busses?

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The comma should go after 'over': "After the day was over, students ran to their busses."

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When do we use commas after prepositional phrases?

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We use commas after prepositional phrases that come at the beginning of a sentence.

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How do we separate adjectives before a noun with commas?

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We separate two or more adjectives that come before a noun with commas, e.g., "The silly, sweet puppy."

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What is an example of a sentence that uses a comma correctly?

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"I went to the store, and I bought some milk."

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What is the purpose of a comma in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before the conjunction in a compound sentence to separate two independent clauses.

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What is the rule for using commas with introductory elements?

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Use a comma after introductory elements, such as phrases or clauses, to separate them from the main clause.

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What is the Oxford comma?

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The Oxford comma is the final comma in a list of items, placed before 'and' or 'or', e.g., "I love apples, oranges, and bananas."