Commas in Dates and Places

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What is a comma?

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A comma is a punctuation mark used to separate parts of a sentence, such as items in a list or elements in dates and places.

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When do we use a comma in a date?

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We use a comma in a date to separate the day from the year, for example: April 20, 2009.

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Where do we place a comma in a city and state?

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We place a comma between the city and the state, for example: Dublin, California.

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What is the correct way to write a full address?

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A full address should include the street address, city, state, and zip code, with commas separating the city and state.

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How do we write a date in a sentence?

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A date in a sentence should be written with a comma after the day and before the year, for example: By May 1, 2009.

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What is the purpose of using commas in sentences?

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Commas help clarify meaning by separating ideas, items, or elements in a sentence.

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Can you give an example of a correct sentence with a comma in a date?

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Yes! 'My birthday is on March 15, 2015.'

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What is the correct punctuation for this sentence: 'I live in Paris France'?

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The correct sentence is: 'I live in Paris, France.'

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How do we write a sentence with a city and country?

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We write a comma between the city and the country, for example: 'I visited Rome, Italy.'

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What is the rule for commas in a list?

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In a list, commas are used to separate items, for example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'