Comma Flashcard ACT Style

Front

What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

Back

To indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, or clarify meaning.

Front

Define 'coordinating adjectives'.

Back

Adjectives that equally modify a noun and are separated by a comma.

Front

What is an example of using a comma to separate items in a series?

Back

I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.

Front

What is a noun of direct address?

Back

A noun used to directly address someone in a sentence.

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using a comma to separate a noun of direct address.

Back

Let's eat, Grandma!

Front

What is the rule for using commas with introductory elements?

Back

Use a comma after an introductory phrase or clause.

Front

What is a parenthetical element?

Back

A word, phrase, or clause that adds information but can be removed without changing the sentence's meaning.

Front

How do you use commas with parenthetical elements?

Back

Enclose parenthetical elements in commas.

Front

What is the rule for using commas in compound sentences?

Back

Use a comma before a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) that connects two independent clauses.

Front

What is an example of a comma splice?

Back

I love to read, I have many books.