What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?
Commas STAAR Review

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10th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Commas are used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, and clarify meaning.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use a comma before 'and' in a list?
Back
A comma should be used before 'and' in a list of three or more items (Oxford comma), e.g., 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Is the following sentence correct? 'We ate chicken, rice, carrots.'
Back
No, it is incorrect. The correct sentence is 'We ate chicken, rice, and carrots.'
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the correct use of a comma in this sentence: 'I forgot my iPad, so I had to drive back home.'
Back
The sentence is correct as it is. No additional commas are needed.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the rule for using commas with introductory phrases?
Back
A comma should be placed after an introductory phrase or clause, e.g., 'Fortunately, the vehicle worked well.'
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Is this sentence correct? 'Thanks, Mitchell for all your help.'
Back
No, it is incorrect. It should be 'Thanks, Mitchell, for all your help.'
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a common mistake when using commas in complex sentences?
Back
A common mistake is to place a comma before a conjunction that connects two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction.
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