Commas in a series

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What is a comma?

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A comma is a punctuation mark used to separate words or groups of words in a sentence.

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What does a comma do in a series?

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A comma separates items in a list to make it clear that they are different things.

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How do you use commas in a series?

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You place a comma between each item in the list, and before the word 'and' in the last item.

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Example of a series with commas:

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I have apples, bananas, and oranges.

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Which is correct: 'I like cats dogs and birds.' or 'I like cats, dogs, and birds.'?

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'I like cats, dogs, and birds.' is correct because it uses commas.

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What is the last comma in a series called?

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The last comma before 'and' is called the Oxford comma.

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Why are commas important in writing?

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Commas help to clarify meaning and make sentences easier to read.

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Can you use commas in a series of three items?

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Yes, you should use commas to separate all three items.

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What is an example of a sentence without commas?

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I like to play soccer basketball and tennis.

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What is an example of a sentence with commas?

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I like to play soccer, basketball, and tennis.