Punctuation in Sentences

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

• Sean is an auto mechanic and he doesn't mind getting dirty, on the job.

• The baby kept crying, yet she didn't seem to be ill.

• The seafood special is fried catfish but, flounder, is also on the menu.

• Citizens can vote at the polls or, voters can use absentee ballots.

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CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

• Betty jogs a mile everyday, so she is in great shape.

• The pitcher threw his fast ball and, the batter struck out.

• Tyrone walked home from school yet, he could have taken the bus.

• An actor can work on a television show, or, he can act in movies.

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CCSS.L.4.1F

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

• I take vitamins everyday, yet, I still feel tired.

• My brother flies an airplane, but he is not a commercial pilot.

• An athlete can play football, or, he could choose to be a baseball player.

• Darla watches television every day and she enjoys the soap, operas.

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CCSS.L.4.1F

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

• Jack is looking for a job, so, he is updating his resume.

• Many people buy lottery tickets, but, not everyone is a winner.

• The dogs were barking loudly, at night and they kept me awake.

• A verdict can be decided by a judge, or a jury can make that decision.

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CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

• I like the cafeteria food so I eat there, everyday.

• The recipe calls for two eggs and we have, only one.

• My mother is a senior citizen, but she still has skill in driving her car.

• The fish was advertised as fresh but it had a bad, smell.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

• Sam did not like his food selection, nor did he like the restaurant service.

• My brother plays a guitar but, he is not in a band.

• The snow melted and the streets became wet, and slushy.

• We planted new shrubs so, we are hoping for rain.

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CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

• Winter, spring, summer, and fall, are the four seasons.

• Jack's hobbies are sailing his boat, playing tennis and fishing for trout.

• The office workers include a secretary, a paralegal, and a file clerk.

• Food can be cooked in the oven in the microwave, or on the grill.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

• The school offers training, in nursing, child care and accounting.

• Jay, Bert, and Fred, feel confident they will make the team.

• Janie lives with her mother, father, sister, and, two brothers.

• My favorite colors are blue, yellow, and green.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

• Margie is a bright, cheerful, fun-loving, person.

• Roast beef, turkey, or ha is usually served for a holiday dinner.

• The zoo now has, a gorilla, a panther, and a giraffe on site.

• The students can choose to study Spanish French, or Italian.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

• The most popular pastas are spaghetti, fettuccine, and ravioli.

• Eggs can be fried, scrambled, or, boiled.

• Young boys enjoy playing, baseball, soccer, and football.

• Cereal, eggs, and pancakes, are breakfast food items.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A