Punctuation

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is punctuation?
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Punctuation refers to the marks used in writing that help clarify meaning and separate linguistic units. Common punctuation marks include periods, commas, question marks, and exclamation points.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a comma?
Back
Commas are used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, and to set off clauses or phrases.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use a comma before 'and'?
Back
A comma is used before 'and' when it connects two independent clauses in a compound sentence.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an independent clause?
Back
An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it contains a subject and a verb.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dependent clause?
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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you use commas in a list?
Back
Commas are used to separate items in a list. For example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the rule for using commas with introductory phrases?
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A comma should be placed after an introductory phrase or clause to separate it from the main clause. For example: 'After dinner, we went for a walk.'
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