Friday's Comma Rules

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What is a comma used for in a sentence?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction.

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What is an interrupter phrase?

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An interrupter phrase is a group of words that adds information to a sentence but can be removed without changing the sentence's meaning.

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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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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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What is the purpose of using commas in a list?

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Commas are used in a list to separate items, making it clear that they are distinct elements.

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When should you place a comma before a conjunction?

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You should place a comma before a conjunction when it connects two independent clauses.

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What is the rule for using commas with adjectives?

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Use commas to separate two or more adjectives that equally describe a noun.

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What is an example of a sentence with an interrupter phrase?

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My brother, a talented musician, plays the guitar.