What is a comma?
Commas

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A comma is a punctuation mark (,) used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.
2.
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When do you use a comma in a list?
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You use commas 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 Oxford comma?
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The Oxford comma is the final comma in a list of three or more items, placed before 'and' or 'or'. For example: 'I like tea, coffee, and juice.'
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How do you use a comma before conjunctions?
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Use a comma before conjunctions (like 'and', 'but', 'or') when connecting two independent clauses. For example: 'I wanted to go, but it was raining.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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When should you use a comma after an introductory phrase?
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Use a comma after an introductory phrase or clause. 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 a sentence that has at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. For example: 'I wanted to play, but it was too late.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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When do you NOT need a comma?
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You do not need a comma when the sentence is short and clear, such as 'I like ice cream.'
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