Commas in Direct Address

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What is a comma in direct address?

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A comma in direct address is used to separate the name of a person being spoken to from the rest of the sentence.

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When do we use commas in direct address?

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We use commas in direct address when we are speaking directly to someone and mentioning their name.

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Example of a correct use of a comma in direct address: 'Can you help me, Sarah?'

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This sentence correctly uses a comma before the name Sarah.

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Example of an incorrect use of a comma in direct address: 'Can you help me Sarah?'

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This sentence is incorrect because it does not use a comma before the name Sarah.

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How many commas are needed in the sentence: 'You, have to try harder, John.'?

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This sentence is incorrect; it needs only one comma after 'harder'.

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Correct the sentence: 'Hello, Mr. Brown how are you?'

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The correct sentence is: 'Hello, Mr. Brown, how are you?'

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What is the rule for using commas with titles?

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When addressing someone with a title, place a comma before the name and after the title.

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Correct the sentence: 'Thank you for your help Mrs. Smith.'

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The correct sentence is: 'Thank you for your help, Mrs. Smith.'

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What happens if you forget to use a comma in direct address?

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Forgetting to use a comma can change the meaning of the sentence or make it confusing.

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Identify the error: 'Can you come here, Timmy, please?'

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This sentence is correct; it uses commas properly.