What is a comma?
Commas & FANBOYS

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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A punctuation mark used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does FANBOYS stand for?
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For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So - the coordinating conjunctions used to connect words, phrases, or clauses.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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When should you use a comma before a coordinating conjunction?
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Use a comma before a coordinating conjunction when it connects two independent clauses.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an independent clause?
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A group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a compound sentence?
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A sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.
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Provide an example of a compound sentence.
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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the purpose of using commas in a list?
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To separate items in a series to clarify meaning.
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