Commas in a Series

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What is a comma in a series?

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A comma in a series is used to separate three or more items in a list.

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When should you use a comma before 'and' in a list?

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You should use a comma before 'and' in a list of three or more items, known as the Oxford comma.

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Example of a sentence using commas in a series.

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I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.

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What is the purpose of using commas in a series?

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The purpose is to clarify the items in a list and avoid confusion.

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Correct the sentence: I want to eat pizza pasta and salad.

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I want to eat pizza, pasta, and salad.

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Identify the error: We need to buy milk eggs and bread.

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The correct sentence is: We need to buy milk, eggs, and bread.

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What is the rule for using commas in a series?

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Use commas to separate items in a list of three or more.

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Is it correct to say: I like to swim run and bike?

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No, it should be: I like to swim, run, and bike.

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What happens if you don't use commas in a series?

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Not using commas can lead to confusion about the items in the list.

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Correct the sentence: For breakfast I had eggs toast and juice.

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For breakfast, I had eggs, toast, and juice.