Mastering the 10 Comma Rules

This video tutorial by Mrs. Duie covers 10 essential comma rules. It explains how to use commas with introductory words, phrases, and clauses, in compound adjectives, and in series. The tutorial also discusses the use of commas in compound sentences, setting off non-essential information, and in dates. Additionally, it covers the correct placement of commas in addresses, before direct quotations, and when directly addressing someone. The video aims to enhance understanding of proper comma usage in various grammatical contexts.

What is the purpose of using a comma after introductory words, phrases, or clauses?

• To end a sentence

• To indicate a pause for clarity

• To separate items in a list

• To join two independent clauses

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

• John grew up in a small, white farmhouse.

• John grew up in a small white and farmhouse.

• John grew up in a small white, farmhouse.

• John grew up in a small and white farmhouse.

In a series of items, where should the comma be placed before the conjunction?

• After the conjunction

• After the last item

• Before the last item

• Before the first item

Which sentence correctly uses a comma with a coordinating conjunction?

• I am not going to the concert, for I am too busy.

• I am not going to the concert for, I am too busy.

• I am not going to the concert for I am, too busy.

• I am not going to the concert for I am too, busy.

Why is the following sentence incorrect? 'John Wayne worked in Hollywood for 50 years, he made more than 175 films.'

• It needs an exclamation mark instead of a comma.

• It needs a period instead of a comma.

• It needs a conjunction after the comma.

• It needs a semicolon instead of a comma.

Which of the following sentences correctly sets off non-essential information with commas?

• My best friend, Sarah just got married.

• My best friend Sarah, just got married.

• My best friend Sarah just got married.

• My best friend, Sarah, just got married.

Where should a comma be placed in a date?

• Between the year and the next sentence

• Between the month and the year

• Between the day and the year

• Between the month and the day

How should a comma be used in a professional letter greeting?

• Dear Professor Thomas,

• Dear Professor Thomas:

• Dear Professor, Thomas

• Dear, Professor Thomas

Where should a comma be placed when writing a city and state?

• Between the city and the state

• Between the state and the zip code

• After the state

• Before the city

Which sentence correctly uses a comma before a direct quotation?

• John Steinbeck wrote 'Of Mice and Men.'

• John Steinbeck wrote, 'Of Mice and Men.'

• John Steinbeck wrote: 'Of Mice and Men.'

• John Steinbeck wrote; 'Of Mice and Men.'