Mastering Commas with Introductory Words

What is the purpose of using commas in a series?

• To separate each item distinctly

• To introduce the series

• To connect items together

• To emphasize the last item

Tags

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.7.2A

What does the Oxford comma refer to?

• A comma after an introductory phrase

• A comma separating two independent clauses

• A comma after the last item in a list

• A comma before 'and' in a list

Tags

CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

What type of grammatical role do introductory words often play?

• Noun

• Adverb

• Verb

• Adjective

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CCSS.L.3.1G

Which of the following is an example of an introductory word?

• However

• Because

• Although

• Powerfully

Tags

CCSS.L.5.1A

What happens if you remove an introductory word from a sentence?

• The sentence loses meaning

• The sentence remains grammatically correct

• The sentence becomes unclear

• The sentence changes topic

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.3.1G

Which phrase can be used as a transition in sentences?

• For example

• And

• But

• Therefore

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

What is the main purpose of using commas with introductory words?

• To add complexity

• To introduce dialogue

• To create clarity

• To elongate the sentence

Tags

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

How can you test if a word or phrase is introductory?

• By removing it to see if the sentence still makes sense

• By changing its position in the sentence

• By replacing it with a synonym

• By adding another similar phrase

Which sentence correctly uses an introductory word?

• Obviously I understand.

• For example I went home.

• Yes I want to go.

• No, I don't know how to ride a bike.

What is the effect of removing 'for example' from a sentence?

• It removes a useful transition but keeps the meaning

• It makes the sentence grammatically incorrect

• It introduces a new idea

• It changes the subject of the sentence

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E