Grammar Lesson 2- Commas & FANBOYS

Grammar Lesson 2- Commas (continued) & FANBOYS

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a coordinate conjunction?

• Nor

• But

• Such

• And

Place a comma before a coordinating conjunction that joins two major clauses

• Many of the prospectors searched for years, but others struck gold immediately.

• I told Maria what he said, and she advised me to forget it.

Multiple Choice

Which of the sentences CORRECTLY uses a comma before a coordinating conjunction?

• Mama told me everything, except for what I wanted to hear.

• I picked up the jar carefully, yet it crashed to the floor.

• Some may call me a genius but I wouldn't.

You can omit the comma between very short independent clauses that are connected by CC unless the comma is needed to avoid confusion

• EX/ Maria washed the dishes and John dried them.

• 1. We visited Miami and the Everglades are next.

• 2. We visited Miami, and the Everglades are next.

Multiple Select

Select the sentences that should add a comma for clarity

• Alicia opened the door for the dog and the cat ran out.

• I like to play video games and the guitar.

• I was feeling hungry so I made myself a sandwich.

• My teacher is quite strict but kind.