Mastering Comma Usage in Writing
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English
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1st - 5th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Medium
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Emma Peterson
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of a comma in English writing?
To add emphasis to a word
To end a sentence
To indicate a small pause within a sentence
To start a new paragraph
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which example correctly uses the Oxford comma?
Simon needs bread, milk and butter at the grocery store.
Simon needs bread milk, and butter at the grocery store.
Simon needs bread, milk, and butter at the grocery store.
Simon needs bread and milk and butter at the grocery store.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.2C
CCSS.L.5.2A
CCSS.L.7.2A
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When should a comma not be used before 'and'?
When there are only two items in a list
When the sentence is interrogative
When starting a sentence
When connecting two independent clauses
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a comma splice?
A rule for using commas with adjectives
A special comma used at the beginning of sentences
A mistake where a comma is used to join two independent clauses without a conjunction
A type of comma used in lists
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which clause should be set off by commas?
Non-restrictive clause offering additional, non-essential information
Restrictive clause that specifies essential information
A clause that introduces a list
A dependent clause at the beginning of a sentence
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the rule for commas with introductory adverbial phrases?
Always use a comma, regardless of length
Use a comma only if the phrase is shorter than four words
Never use a comma
Use a comma if the phrase is longer than four words
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How should you handle multiple coordinate adjectives modifying a noun?
Use commas only if the adjectives are of different types
Use commas if the order of adjectives can be switched without changing the meaning
Never use commas between them
Use a comma between them without exception
Tags
CCSS.L.4.2C
CCSS.L.6.2A
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