Commas and Adjectives

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What is a comma?

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A comma is a punctuation mark (,) used to separate words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.

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When do we use commas in a list?

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We use commas to separate items in a list. For example: "I bought apples, oranges, and bananas."

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What is an adjective?

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An adjective is a word that describes a noun. For example, in "the tall tree," 'tall' is the adjective.

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How do you use commas with adjectives?

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When using multiple adjectives to describe a noun, separate them with commas. For example: "The big, red ball."

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What is the rule for using 'and' in a list?

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In a list, use 'and' before the last item without a comma. For example: "I like apples, oranges, and bananas."

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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, often using a comma before the conjunction.

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How do you punctuate adjectives that are equal in importance?

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When adjectives are equal in importance, separate them with commas. For example: "It was a long, hot day."

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What is the Oxford comma?

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The Oxford comma is the final comma in a list of items, placed before 'and' or 'or.' For example: "I like tea, coffee, and juice."

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When should you NOT use a comma?

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Do not use a comma when the adjectives are not equal in importance. For example: "She wore a bright red dress."

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and often begins with a subordinating conjunction.