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What is the primary function of a comma in a sentence?

• To end a sentence

• To separate ideas or elements

• To indicate a question

• To show excitement

Which of the following is a correct use of a comma in a list?

• I bought apples oranges bananas.

• I bought, apples, oranges bananas.

• I bought apples, oranges, bananas.

• I bought apples oranges, bananas.

When should a comma be used before a conjunction?

• When connecting two independent clauses

• Never

• Always

• When starting a sentence

Which sentence correctly uses a comma to separate clauses?

• Although it was raining, we went for a walk.

• Although, it was raining we went for a walk.

• Although it was raining we went for a walk,

• Although it was raining we went, for a walk.

What is a common mistake when using commas in complex sentences?

• Using too many commas

• Using commas to end sentences

• Not using enough commas

• Placing commas between subject and verb