Commas

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What is a comma?

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A comma is a punctuation mark (,) used to separate words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.

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When do we use commas in a series?

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We use commas in a series to separate three or more items in a list.

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Example of a sentence using commas in a series:

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I like apples, bananas, and oranges.

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What is the purpose of the last comma in a series?

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The last comma before 'and' or 'or' is called the Oxford comma, and it helps clarify the separation of items.

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Correct the sentence: 'I bought apples oranges and bananas.'

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I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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How do commas help in compound sentences?

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Commas are used before the conjunction to separate the independent clauses.

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Example of a compound sentence with a comma:

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause.