Using Commas in Sentences

What is the primary purpose of using commas in sentences?

• To separate words and phrases

• To end a sentence

• To show excitement

• To indicate a question

How do you use a comma to separate three or more words in a list?

• By placing a comma after each word except the last one

• By placing a comma after the first word only

• By placing a comma after the last word

• By placing a comma before the first word

When should you use a comma after introductory words?

• Always

• Never

• Only after 'no' and 'but'

• Only after 'yes' and 'well'

Which of the following sentences correctly uses a comma to separate adjectives?

• He is a, tall handsome man.

• He is a tall handsome man.

• He is a tall handsome, man.

• He is a tall, handsome man.

Where should you place a comma when addressing someone directly in a sentence?

• Before and after the name

• After the name

• Before the name

• No comma is needed

How do you correctly use a comma in an address?

• No comma is needed

• Between the city and state

• Between the state and country

• Between the street and city

Which of the following sentences correctly uses a comma in a date?

• January 1, 1735

• January, 1 1735

• January 1 1735

• January 1,1735

How should you use a comma when quoting someone?

• Before the quote

• After the quote

• Before and after the quote

• No comma is needed

What is the correct way to use a comma in a sentence with an appositive?

• Before the appositive

• No comma is needed

• After the appositive

• Before and after the appositive

Which of the following sentences correctly uses a comma before a conjunction?

• I like apples and I, like oranges.

• I like apples and, I like oranges.

• I like apples and I like oranges.

• I like apples, and I like oranges.