Commas- L.5.2a-L.5.2c

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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', 'but', 'or') 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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Where should the comma go in this sentence: 'I like apples bananas and oranges'?

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The comma should be placed after 'apples' and 'bananas': 'I like apples, bananas, and oranges'.

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What is a series in writing?

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A series is a list of three or more items, actions, or ideas that are related.

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How do you use commas in a series?

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Use commas to separate items in a series, placing a comma before the conjunction in the last two items.

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What is the purpose of a comma after an introductory phrase?

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A comma after an introductory phrase helps clarify the sentence and indicates a pause before the main clause.

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Where should the comma go in this sentence: 'After dinner we went for a walk'?

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The comma should be placed after 'dinner': 'After dinner, we went for a walk'.

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What is a direct address in a sentence?

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A direct address is when you speak directly to someone, and you should use a comma to separate their name from the rest of the sentence.

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Where should the comma go in this sentence: 'Let's eat Grandma'?

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The comma should be placed after 'eat': 'Let's eat, Grandma' to indicate you are speaking to Grandma.