Comma Rules 1-10

After midnight, we noticed a shooting star. 
Which rule applies here? 

• This is an introductory phrase
• This is two complete sentences joined by FANBOYS
• This is a comma to offset quotes
• This is a comma between items in a list

We hiked up a long, twisty trail. 
Which rule applies here? 

• Use a comma with a list
• Offset unnecessary information 
• Use a comma between two adjectives that can be reversed in order
• Use a comma in the salutation of friendly letter

We baked a cake, but nobody wanted to eat it. 
Which rule applies? 

• Join two complete sentences with FANBOYS
• Use a comma between items in a list
• Use a comma to avoid confusion
• Use a comma to offset direct address

My sister, Julia, is graduating this year. 
Which rule applies? 

• Offset an appositive 
• Offset a quote
• Join two complete sentences with a comma and FANBOYS
• Use a comma to offset an introductory phrase 

My niece used to be a sweet little girl. 
Do you need a comma between "sweet" and "girl"

• Yes, because these are two adjectives that can be reversed in order
• No, because you would not reverse the two adjectives

I like cheese but don't want a quesadilla. 
Do you need a comma? 

• Yes, this is joining two complete sentences
• No, this is not two complete sentences

I sent a package to 134 N. State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101. 
Where is the unnecessary comma? 

• After "street"
• After "Santa Barbara"
• After "CA"
• All of these commas are necessary 

I tried to call you, but, well, you never answered. 
There are commas around "well" because ...

• it is unnecessary to the sentence
• it is direct address
• it is an appositive 
• it is a list

Which contains an example of direct address? 

• Dad, stop answering my phone. 
• My dad keeps answering my phone. 
• My mom, dad, and sister keep reading my text messages. 
• My dad, James, should text his own friends. 

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Which contains an example of direct address? 

• Doctor, please explain my diagnosis. 
• My doctor will explain the diagnosis. 
• My doctor, dentist, and housekeeper all sent me bills this week. 
• Our pediatrician, Dr. Bailey, is going on vacation next week.