Commas After Prepositional Phrases

What comma rule is evident in this sentence?

Despite the weather, I went on a run anyway.

• Prepositional introductory phrase

• Participial introductory phrase

• Appositive

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

What is the purpose of a comma after a prepositional phrase at the beginning of a sentence?

• To separate the phrase from the main clause

• To indicate a pause for emphasis

• To show possession

• To connect two independent clauses

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Identify the sentence with the correct use of a comma after a prepositional phrase.

• In the morning I like to jog.

• After the movie we went to dinner.

• During the storm, we stayed inside.

• Under the bed there is a box.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Which sentence correctly uses a comma after a prepositional phrase?

• Before the show starts, please take your seats.

• In the garden there are many flowers.

• On the table lies a book.

• Without a doubt he is the best player.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Choose the sentence that requires a comma after the introductory prepositional phrase.

• At the end of the day we relax.

• In the middle of the night, the phone rang.

• By the river we had a picnic.

• With great enthusiasm she accepted the award.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

What is the function of a comma after a prepositional phrase in a sentence?

• To separate items in a list

• To clarify the meaning of the sentence

• To indicate a question

• To join two sentences

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Which of the following sentences needs a comma after the prepositional phrase?

• On the top shelf you will find the spices.

• In the evening, we watch TV.

• At the park we met our friends.

• During the meeting we discussed the budget.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Identify the correct sentence with a comma after a prepositional phrase.

• After lunch we went for a walk.

• In the morning, the birds sing.

• On the weekend we travel.

• Under the bridge there is a tunnel.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Select the sentence that uses a comma correctly after a prepositional phrase.

• Before dinner, wash your hands.

• In the box there are toys.

• On the wall hangs a picture.

• Without a sound he left the room.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of a comma after a prepositional phrase?

• At the start of the race, runners were excited.

• In the drawer there are keys.

• On the roof sits a cat.

• Under the tree we found shade.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A