Grammar Review—Comma Usage
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9th - 10th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a comma?
Back
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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CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use a comma before a conjunction?
Back
A comma should be used before a conjunction (like 'and', 'but', 'or') when it connects two independent clauses.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an independent clause?
Back
An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.
Tags
CCSS.L.7.1A
CCSS.L.9-10.1B
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dependent clause?
Back
A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction.
Tags
CCSS.L.7.1A
CCSS.L.9-10.1B
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you use commas in a list?
Back
Commas are used to separate items in a list, except for the last item, which is usually preceded by 'and' or 'or'.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.2C
CCSS.L.5.2A
CCSS.L.7.2A
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Oxford comma?
Back
The Oxford comma is the final comma in a list of items, placed before 'and' or 'or'. Its use is often debated.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.2C
CCSS.L.5.2A
CCSS.L.7.2A
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use a comma after an introductory phrase?
Back
A comma should be used after an introductory phrase or clause to separate it from the main clause.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
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