Commas

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What is a comma?

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A comma is a punctuation mark (,) used to separate words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.

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When do we use commas in a list?

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We use commas to separate items in a list. For example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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How do we use commas with conjunctions?

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We use a comma before a conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') when joining two independent clauses. For example: 'I wanted to go, but it was raining.'

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What is the rule for using commas in addresses?

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In an address, commas are used to separate the city from the state. For example: 'I live in Gulf Shores, Alabama.'

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How do we use commas in dates?

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In dates, a comma is used to separate the day from the year. For example: 'May 5, 2016.'

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What is the purpose of a comma in direct address?

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A comma is used to separate the name of a person being addressed from the rest of the sentence. For example: 'Let's eat, grandma!'.

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When do we use commas in compound sentences?

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We use a comma before the conjunction in a compound sentence. For example: 'I wanted to play, but it was too late.'

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What is a series of adjectives?

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When using multiple adjectives to describe a noun, commas are used to separate them. For example: 'It was a long, tiring, exciting day.'

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How do we use commas with introductory phrases?

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A comma is used after an introductory phrase or clause. For example: 'After dinner, we went for a walk.'

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What is a non-essential clause?

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A non-essential clause adds extra information but can be removed without changing the sentence's meaning. It is set off by commas. For example: 'My brother, who lives in New York, is visiting.'