Quiz on Commas in Writing

What is the main purpose of using commas in writing?

• To make sentences longer

• To separate ideas and make text easier to read

• To confuse the reader

• To add more words

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CCSS.L.7.2A

Which of the following is NOT a use of commas?

• Separate Clauses

• Indicate a Direct Address

• Set Off Appositives

• Change the meaning of words

Tags

CCSS.L.7.2B

According to the text, why might the advice "Use a comma in writing where you would pause in speech" be misleading?

• It is always true

• It is vague and not always true

• It is a strict rule

• It is easy to follow

What is a clause?

• A group of words that work together as a unit

• A single word that stands alone

• A punctuation mark

• A type of sentence

Tags

CCSS.L.7.1A

What is an independent clause?

• A clause that can stand alone as its own sentence

• A clause that cannot stand alone

• A single word that performs an action

• A punctuation mark

Tags

CCSS.L.7.1A

Which of the following is a FANBOYS conjunction?

• For

• Although

• Because

• Since

Tags

CCSS.L.7.1B

When should you use a comma with a FANBOYS conjunction?

• When separating two independent clauses

• When separating a subject and a verb

• When separating a verb and an object

• When separating two dependent clauses

What is a dependent clause?

• A clause that cannot stand alone as its own sentence

• A clause that can stand alone as its own sentence

• A single word that performs an action

• A punctuation mark

Tags

CCSS.L.7.1A

What is the simple rule for placing commas in a list?

• Place a comma between every item in the list.

• Place a comma only after the last item.

• Do not use commas in a list.

• Use a comma only if there are more than three items.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.2A

What is the Oxford comma?

• A comma used before the word "and" in a list.

• A comma used at the end of a sentence.

• A comma used to separate two sentences.

• A comma used only in British English.