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.

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How do you use commas in a series?

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Place commas between items in a list, and use 'and' before the last item.

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Example of a correct use of commas in a series?

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I like apples, oranges, and bananas.

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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'.

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Is the following sentence correct? 'I bought apples, oranges and bananas.'

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No, it should be 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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What change needs to be made? 'I want to buy cookies chips and candy.'

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Add commas: 'I want to buy cookies, chips, and candy.'

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When do you not use a comma in a series?

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You do not use a comma when there are only two items in a list.

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Correct the sentence: 'Soccer reading and running are her favorite hobbies.'

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Add a comma: 'Soccer, reading, and running are her favorite hobbies.'

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What is the purpose of using commas in a series?

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To clarify the items in a list and avoid confusion.

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Identify the error: 'We need bread milk eggs and cheese.'

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Add commas: 'We need bread, milk, eggs, and cheese.'