Comma Rules Review

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What is the rule for using commas in a series?

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Use commas to separate three or more items in a list. Example: We packed sandwiches, fruit, chips, and water.

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When should a comma be placed before conjunctions in compound sentences?

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A comma should be placed before conjunctions (and, but, or) that join two independent clauses. Example: I wanted to go for a walk, but it started raining.

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How do you use a comma with 'too' when it means 'also'?

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Place a comma before 'too' when it is used at the end of a sentence. Example: She wants a slice of cake, too.

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What is the rule for using commas after introductory phrases?

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Use a comma after introductory phrases or clauses. Example: After the meeting, we went out for lunch.

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How should commas be used in addresses?

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Use commas to separate parts of an address. Example: My cousin lives at 88 Oak Drive, Phoenix, Arizona.

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What is the purpose of a comma in direct address?

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Use a comma to separate the name of the person being addressed from the rest of the sentence. Example: Let's eat, Grandma.

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When should commas be used with adjectives?

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Use commas to separate two or more coordinate adjectives that describe the same noun. Example: It was a long, exhausting day.

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What is the rule for using commas with non-essential clauses?

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Use commas to set off non-essential clauses that add extra information but are not crucial to the meaning of the sentence. Example: My brother, who lives in New York, is visiting.

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How do you use commas with dates?

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Use commas to separate the day from the year and after the year in a full date. Example: On July 4, 1776, the Declaration was signed.

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What is the rule for using commas in numbers?

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Use commas to separate thousands in large numbers. Example: 1,000; 20,000; 1,000,000.