Commas

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What is a comma?

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A comma is a punctuation mark (,) used to separate words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.

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When do we use commas in a list?

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We use commas to separate items in a list. For example: 'I like apples, bananas, and oranges.'

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How do we use commas with conjunctions?

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We use a comma before a conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') when joining two independent clauses. For example: 'I wanted to go, but it was raining.'

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What is the correct way to write a date?

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The correct way to write a date is to place a comma after the day. For example: 'May 5, 2016.'

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How do we use commas in addresses?

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We use commas to separate different parts of an address. For example: '123 Main St, Springfield, IL 62701.'

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What is the Oxford comma?

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The Oxford comma is the last comma in a list, placed before 'and' or 'or.' For example: 'I like cats, dogs, and birds.'

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When do we use commas in direct address?

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We use commas to separate the name of a person being addressed. For example: 'Can you help me, Sarah?'.

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How do we use commas with introductory phrases?

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We use a comma after an introductory phrase. For 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, often requiring a comma before the conjunction.

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When do we use commas in quotes?

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We use commas to separate the quote from the rest of the sentence. For example: He said, 'I will be there soon.'