Commas in a Series

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What is a comma in a series?

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A comma in a series is used to separate three or more items in a list to clarify the meaning of the sentence.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

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When should you use a comma before 'and' in a series?

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A comma should be used before 'and' in a series when listing three or more items, known as the Oxford comma.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

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Example of a correct use of commas in a series:

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I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

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What is the rule for using commas with adjectives?

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Use commas to separate two or more adjectives that equally modify a noun.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

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Example of using commas with adjectives:

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It was a long, exhausting day.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

Front

What is a common mistake when using commas in a series?

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A common mistake is omitting the comma before 'and' in a list of three or more items.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

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How do you correct a sentence with an unnecessary comma in a series?

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Remove the unnecessary comma to clarify the list.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

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What is the purpose of commas in complex sentences?

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Commas help to separate clauses and phrases, making the sentence easier to read.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Front

Example of a complex sentence with correct comma usage:

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Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

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What is the rule for using commas with conjunctions?

Back

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

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A