Commas, Colon, Semi-Colon, Parentheses, and Dashes Review

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What are commas used to separate?

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Commas are used to separate three or more items in a list, double adjectives, and in direct address or introductory phrases.

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What punctuation is used in the sentence: 'I'll tell you what we need right now ___ some good, old fashioned elbow grease!'

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A colon (:) is used to introduce a list or explanation.

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What can colons be used to do?

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Colons can be used to introduce a word or phrase, reveal information in a quotation, or separate items in a list that contain commas.

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Choose the sentence with the correct comma placement: 'I took Angie, the one with the freckles to the movie last night.'

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The correct sentence is: 'I took Angie, the one with the freckles, to the movie last night.'

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What can semi-colons be used to do?

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Semi-colons can be used to separate items in a list that contain commas.

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What is the purpose of parentheses in a sentence?

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Parentheses are used to insert additional information or clarifications into a sentence.

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What punctuation indicates an abrupt change in thought?

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Dashes (—) indicate an abrupt change in thought or an interruption in a sentence.

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How do you use commas in direct address?

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Commas are used to separate the name of the person being addressed from the rest of the sentence.

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What is an example of using a colon to introduce a list?

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Example: 'You will need the following items: a pencil, paper, and a ruler.'

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When should you use a semi-colon instead of a period?

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Use a semi-colon to connect closely related independent clauses without a conjunction.