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 do you use commas in a list?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, for example: "I bought apples, oranges, and bananas."

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What is the Oxford comma?

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The Oxford comma is the final comma in a list of items, placed before 'and' or 'or'. For example: "I like apples, oranges, and bananas."

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How do you use commas with conjunctions?

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Use a comma before a conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') when it connects two independent clauses. Example: "I wanted to go, but it was raining."

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence. Example: "Because I was tired" is a dependent clause.

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How do you use commas with introductory phrases?

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Use a comma after an introductory phrase. Example: "After dinner, we went for a walk."

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: "I wanted to play, but it was too late."

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When do you use commas in addresses?

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Use commas to separate elements in an address. Example: "Juneau, AK 99801".

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How do you use commas with direct address?

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Use commas to separate the name of a person being addressed. Example: "Can you help me, Sarah?"

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What is a non-restrictive clause?

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A non-restrictive clause adds extra information to a sentence and is set off by commas. Example: "My brother, who lives in New York, is visiting."