Mastering Comma Rules:Final

Select the sentence that correctly applies commas to items in a series/list.

• My favorite colors are blue green and pink.

• In the morning, I like to drink coffee, read the newspaper, and check my emails.

• My brother, an excellent guitarist, plays in a band on weekends.

• Life without music, would be significantly less vibrant.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

Select the sentence that correctly uses a comma after an introductory phrase.

• I need some popcorn, soda, and candy before the movie.

• Before the movie starts, let's grab some popcorn.

• This movie is good, but the movie last week was better.

• The movie, Titanic, is always a tear jerker.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Which sentence correctly uses commas to set off nonessential information in the form of a nonrestrictive clause?

• Jake, is always a good friend.

• My brother, Janie, and Adam, will join us for dinner.

• William, are you planning to join us?

• My brother, who is a doctor, will join us for dinner.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Choose the sentence that correctly uses a comma followed by a coordinating conjunction to link two independent clauses.

• He enjoys playing soccer, he doesn't have time today.

• After dinner, we decided to go for a walk.

• It was raining, so we canceled our picnic.

• Lisa, can you help me with this problem?

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Choose the sentence that correctly uses a comma in direct address.

• While waiting for supper, we laughed at the silly jokes.

• Let's eat, Grandma!

• Celia, a really a good runner, wins the races every season.

• Amy, is a kind person.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Which sentence correctly uses commas in dates?

• We will meet on Thursday, April 20 2023 at noon.

• We will meet on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at noon.

• We will meet on Thursday, April 20 2023, at noon.

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CCSS.L.2.2B

CCSS.L.3.2B

CCSS.L.3.2C

CCSS.L.4.2B

CCSS.L.6.2A

Select the sentence that correctly uses commas in addresses.

• Send the package to 123 Maple Street, Nashville TN, 37201.

• Send the package to 123 Maple Street, Nashville, TN 37201.

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CCSS.L.2.2B

CCSS.L.3.2B

CCSS.L.3.2C

CCSS.L.4.2B

CCSS.L.6.2A

Which sentence correctly uses a comma after an introductory phrase?

• Before going to the party, she decided to take a quick nap.

• Before, going to the party she decided to take a quick nap.

• "I need to study," he thought, "before the exam tomorrow."

• To make a cake you need eggs, flour, sugar, and butter.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Which sentence demonstrates this comma rules? Use a comma to separate an introductory element or word.

• Unfortunately, we were not able to collect enough money.

• We will definitely try again, but the odds do not look good.

• We live in Bayfield, Colorado.

• "Today will be rainy," the weatherman advised.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Identify the example that correctly uses commas to separate a quotation from the rest of the sentence.

• "If I don't make it to school on time," he scolded, "I will be in trouble."

• "Okay," the teacher stated "the time is up."

• "Why?" , asked Shelby. "Why does it matter to you?

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A