Commas & Introductory Phrases

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What is an introductory phrase?

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An introductory phrase is a group of words that provides background information or context for the main part of the sentence. It is often followed by a comma.

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When should you use a comma after an introductory phrase?

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You should use a comma after an introductory phrase to separate it from the main clause of the sentence.

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Example of a sentence with an introductory phrase and a comma:

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"After dinner, we went for a walk."

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What is the purpose of using commas in sentences?

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Commas are used to indicate a pause, separate items in a list, and clarify meaning in sentences.

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Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly? "Before the movie we had dinner."

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"Before the movie, we had dinner."

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What is the rule for using commas in a list?

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Use commas to separate three or more items in a list.

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Example of a list with commas:

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"I bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes."

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What is a common mistake when using commas with introductory phrases?

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A common mistake is forgetting to place a comma after the introductory phrase.

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Identify the correct placement of a comma in the sentence: "After school I like to play outside."

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"After school, I like to play outside."

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction, often requiring a comma before the conjunction.