Comma Rules

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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 you use a comma to separate independent clauses?

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You use a comma before a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence.

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Example of a compound sentence with a comma:

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"I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain."

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What is a list?

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A list is a series of items or elements that are grouped together.

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How do you use commas in a list?

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Use commas to separate items in a list, except for the last item, which is usually preceded by 'and' or 'or'.

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Example of a list with commas:

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"I need to buy apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes."

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What is a quotation?

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A quotation is the exact words spoken by someone, usually enclosed in quotation marks.

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How do you use commas with quotations?

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Use a comma to separate a quotation from the rest of the sentence.

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Example of a quotation with a comma:

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"I love reading," she said.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.