Comma Usage in Writing

The video tutorial emphasizes the importance of using commas correctly in various contexts. It covers the use of commas in lists, dependent clauses, introductory adverbs, and dialogue. The tutorial also highlights the significance of addressing and emphasizing commas to ensure clarity in writing.

Why is it important to use commas when listing items?

• To confuse the reader

• To add more words

• To make the list look longer

• To separate items clearly

Which of the following sentences correctly uses commas in a list?

• I like cats, kitting ice cream yoga, spending time with friends and cheese.

• I like cats kitting ice cream yoga spending time with friends cheese.

• I like cats kitting ice cream yoga spending time with friends and cheese.

• I like cats, kitting, ice cream, yoga, spending time with friends, and cheese.

What is the consequence of forgetting commas in lists?

• The list becomes unclear

• The list becomes shorter

• The list becomes more interesting

• The list becomes more formal

What should you remember when starting a sentence with a dependent clause?

• Use an exclamation mark

• Use a period

• Use a semicolon

• Use a comma

Where should a comma be placed in relation to a coordinating conjunction?

• Before the conjunction

• No comma is needed

• After the conjunction

• At the end of the sentence

Which sentence correctly uses a comma with a dependent clause?

• After I drink coffee I always use the toilet.

• After I drink coffee, I always use the toilet.

• I always use the toilet, after I drink coffee.

• I always use the toilet after I drink coffee.

How should commas be used with introductory adverbs?

• They should be omitted

• They should be placed at the end of the sentence

• They should be placed after the adverb

• They should be placed before the adverb

Which of the following sentences correctly uses a comma with an introductory adverb?

• I brushed my teeth, finally.

• I brushed my teeth finally.

• Finally, I brushed my teeth.

• Finally I brushed my teeth.

What is the role of commas in dialogue writing?

• To end the sentence

• To start a new paragraph

• To separate the speaker from the dialogue

• To confuse the reader

Which sentence correctly uses a comma in dialogue?

• The man said where's my girl.

• The man said where's, my girl.

• The man said where's my, girl.

• The man said, where's my girl.