Commas

Front

What is a comma?

Back

A comma is a punctuation mark (,) used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

Front

When should you use a comma before 'but'?

Back

You should use a comma before 'but' when it connects two independent clauses.

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it has a subject and a verb.

Front

How do you use commas in a list?

Back

Use commas to separate items in a list, for example: apples, oranges, and bananas.

Front

What is the rule for using commas with introductory phrases?

Back

Use a comma after an introductory phrase or clause that comes before the main clause.

Front

Correct this sentence: 'Lets eat grandma!'

Back

Correct: 'Let's eat, grandma!' (The comma clarifies that you are speaking to grandma, not suggesting to eat her.)

Front

When should you use a comma with conjunctions?

Back

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

Front

What is a non-essential clause?

Back

A non-essential clause provides extra information but can be removed without changing the main meaning of the sentence. It is set off by commas.

Front

Correct this sentence: 'Even though I forgot to take out the trash my mom let me go to the party.'

Back

Correct: 'Even though I forgot to take out the trash, my mom let me go to the party.'

Front

What is the purpose of using commas in direct address?

Back

Use commas to separate the name of the person being addressed from the rest of the sentence.