Commas with Adjectives 2

Front

What is the rule for using commas with adjectives?

Back

When two or more adjectives equally modify a noun, they should be separated by commas.

Front

Give an example of correct comma usage with adjectives.

Back

"The tall, dark, handsome stranger walked in."

Front

When should you NOT use a comma between adjectives?

Back

Do not use a comma when the adjectives are not equal or when one adjective modifies another.

Front

Provide an example where no comma is needed between adjectives.

Back

"She is a bright red apple." (Here, 'bright' modifies 'red'.)

Front

What is a cumulative adjective?

Back

Cumulative adjectives build on each other and do not require commas.

Front

What is a coordinate adjective?

Back

Coordinate adjectives are equal in their modification of a noun and require commas.

Front

Identify the coordinate adjectives in this sentence: "It was a long, tiring day."

Back

"long" and "tiring" are coordinate adjectives.

Front

Identify the cumulative adjectives in this sentence: "She wore a beautiful blue dress."

Back

"beautiful" modifies "blue"; no comma is needed.

Front

What is the effect of using commas with adjectives?

Back

Commas clarify the relationship between adjectives and the noun, enhancing readability.

Front

How do you determine if adjectives are coordinate?

Back

If you can put 'and' between them or switch their order without changing the meaning, they are coordinate.