Comma Drama

Multiple Choice

According to this presentation, what is a comma?

• A comma is a mark of punctuation used to break up a sentence.

• A comma is a marker that indicates when the reader should breathe.

• A comma brings a sentence to a full stop before starting a new sentence.

• A comma indicates emotion such as pain, fear, concern, etc.

Multiple Select

Which sentences correctly demonstrates using a comma to address someone?

• Mrs. Manning, can you pass me that pencil?

• Where is Ms. Duffy?

• It's nice to see you, Mrs. Langmead!

• Mr. J and Mrs. Bond are awesome.

Multiple Choice

Which example below effectively uses a comma with a transition?

• Additionally, we learned about commas.

• Finally we saw the ice cream truck in the distance.

• Ms. Kreuzer, what is the date?

• What time is it, Mr. Alves?

Multiple Select

Which of the following sentences are punctuated correctly?

• No, I do not like birds.

• No I do not like snakes.

• Yes, I love dogs.

• Yes I love guinea cats.

Multiple Choice

Which sentence below separates adjectives correctly?

• Faith loves her shiny, new rollerskates!

• Rachel has a strong beautiful singing voice!

• Lainey makes the most delicious pizza!

• Sadie and Joe lived happily ever after!

Multiple Choice

Remember, you must use a comma to separate a quote from the rest of the sentence (also known as the dialogue tag or the lead-in). Which example below does NOT do this correctly?

• "Payson is the cutest," Mr. J announced.

• She declared, "This is my squishy."

• "Lily and Parker are the best" said Mrs. Langmead.

• He asked, "How are they so cute?"

Multiple Choice

Which sentence below correctly uses a comma for an introduction?

• Hey what's up?

• Instead, she watched TV.

• Yes, I think so.

• Hello, what's your name?

Multiple Choice

Which option below punctuates a location correctly?

• KPMS is in Norfolk, Massachusetts.

• KPHS, is in Wrentham.

• An Unlikely Story is in Plainville, Rhode Island.

• Gilette Stadium is in Foxboro, New England.

Multiple Choice

Which date is punctuated correctly?

• Halloween is on Saturday, October 31 2020.

• Thanksgiving falls on Thursday November 26, 2020.

• New Year's Eve is on Thursday, December 31st, 2020.

• New Year's Day is on Friday January 1 2021!

Multiple Choice

And now, for the hardest question EVER:

Which of the following visuals is a comma?