What is the primary purpose of using commas in a sentence?
Commas

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English
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11th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Commas are used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, and to clarify meaning.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
List three common uses of commas in sentences.
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1. To separate items in a series. 2. Before conjunctions in compound sentences. 3. After introductory phrases or clauses.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a compound sentence?
Back
A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a correctly punctuated compound sentence using a comma.
Back
I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the rule for using commas in a list of three or more items?
Back
Commas should be used to separate each item in the list, including before the conjunction (Oxford comma is optional).
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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When should a comma be used after an introductory phrase?
Back
A comma should be used after an introductory phrase to separate it from the main clause of the sentence.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an independent clause?
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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.
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