
Commas After Prepositional Phrases
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What comma rule is evident in this sentence?
Despite the weather, I went on a run anyway.
Prepositional introductory phrase
Participial introductory phrase
Appositive
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
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.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
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