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Commas && Introductory Phrases

Commas && Introductory Phrases

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Flashcard

English

4th - 6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a comma?

Back

A comma is a punctuation mark used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a comma after an introductory phrase?

Back

You should use a comma after an introductory phrase to separate it from the main clause of the sentence.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of a sentence with a comma after an introductory phrase.

Back

While we were eating, my mom packed.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where should a comma be placed in the sentence: 'Grandma will you buy me some ice cream?'

Back

After 'Grandma'.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which sentence is punctuated correctly: 'Instead of chocolate I prefer strawberry.' or 'Instead of chocolate, I prefer strawberry.'?

Back

'Instead of chocolate, I prefer strawberry.' is correct.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

Back

Commas help clarify meaning by indicating pauses, separating items, and organizing thoughts.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the correct placement of the comma in this sentence: 'Cowardly my opponent backed away when he saw how smart I was.'

Back

The correct placement is: 'Cowardly, my opponent backed away when he saw how smart I was.'

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