Comma Rules Flashcard

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What is a comma?

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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.

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When should you use a comma before a conjunction?

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You should use a comma before a conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') when it connects two independent clauses.

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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 has a subject and a verb.

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How do you use commas in a list?

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Use commas to separate three or more items in a list. For example: 'I want apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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What is a direct address in a sentence?

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A direct address is when you call someone by name in a sentence, and you should use a comma to separate the name from the rest of the sentence.

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Example of a sentence with a direct address.

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"Lisa, can you help me with my homework?"

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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 to separate it from the main part of the sentence.

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Example of a sentence with an introductory phrase.

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"After dinner, we went for a walk."

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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Example of a compound sentence.

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"I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain."