Commas

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What is a comma?

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A comma is 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 do we use commas in dates?

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Commas are used in dates to separate the day from the year, e.g., May 10, 2021.

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How do we use commas in addresses?

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Commas are used to separate the city from the state and the state from the zip code, e.g., Houston, Texas, 77001.

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What is a compound sentence?

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

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How do we use commas in compound sentences?

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Commas are used before the conjunction in a compound sentence, e.g., I want to play outside, but it is raining.

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What is an introductory phrase?

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An introductory phrase is a group of words that provides background information and is followed by a comma.

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How do we use commas with introductory phrases?

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A comma is placed after an introductory phrase, e.g., After dinner, we went for a walk.

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What is a series in writing?

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A series is a list of three or more items, usually separated by commas.

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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., I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.

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What is a list of items?

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A list of items is a collection of things mentioned together, often separated by commas.