Commas

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What is a comma?

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A comma is a punctuation mark (,) used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate 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 when it separates three or more items, known as the Oxford comma.

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What is the purpose of a comma in direct address?

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

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How do you use commas with introductory phrases?

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A comma is used after an introductory phrase to separate it from the main clause of the sentence.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction, often requiring a comma before the conjunction.

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When should you use a comma with adjectives?

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Use a comma between two or more adjectives that equally describe a noun.

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What is the rule for using commas with non-essential clauses?

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Non-essential clauses provide extra information but are not necessary for the sentence's meaning; they should be set off with commas.

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How do you use commas in dates?

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In dates, use a comma to separate the day from the year, e.g., 'July 4, 1776'.

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What is the rule for using commas in addresses?

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In addresses, use commas to separate the street address from the city and the city from the state.

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When should you use a comma in a greeting?

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Use a comma after the greeting in a letter, e.g., 'Dear John,'.