Commas and Conjunctions

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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 you use a comma before a conjunction?

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Use a comma before a conjunction (like 'and', 'but', 'or') when it connects two independent clauses.

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What is an independent clause?

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A group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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What is a conjunction?

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A word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', 'or'.

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How do you use commas in a list?

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Use commas to separate items in a list, placing a comma before the conjunction in a series.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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Example of a sentence with correct comma usage in a list.

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I bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes.

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What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

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To clarify meaning by indicating pauses, separating elements, or organizing information.

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When should you not use a comma?

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Do not use a comma to separate a subject from its verb or to separate two items that are closely related.

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What is a series?

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A list of three or more items, which can be words, phrases, or clauses.