Types of Commas
This type of comma is used to separate three or more words, phrases, or clauses in a list
Listing Comma
A ______________ is a group of words with a subject and a verb, but CANNOT stand alone as a complete sentence
Dependent Clause
In ___________, use a comma after transition words, introductory adverbs, or response words like yes, no, or well at the start of a sentence
Introductions
The game was over, but the crowd refused to leave.
Joining comma
What year did Spongebob Squarepants first air on TV?
1999
This type of comma is used to connect two independent clauses, separated by a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS)
Joining comma
Use a comma after a mild __________ that expresses emotion
Interjection
The last comma in a group of listing commas before the coordinating conjunction is called a __________ comma.
Oxford comma
Some students wanted to watch Dracula; others wanted to watch The Mummy.
Gapping
What is known as the "powerhouse" of the cell?
Mitochondria
This type of comma is used to show that one or more repeated words have been left out to avoid needless repetition (semicolon rule)
Gapping comma
With _____________, use commas on both sides of a word or phrase that breaks the flow of a sentence with nonessential information
Interrupters
If an author is trying to convince readers to believe an idea, adopt a viewpoint, or take action, is their intent to persuade, inform, or entertain?
Barry Bonds, who is accused of cheating, is not allowed in the Hall of Fame.
Bracketing
What is the smallest planet in the solar system? (not Pluto)
Mercury
This type of comma is used to enclose a weak interruption in a sentence without changing its core meaning
Bracketing comma
When writing ____________, place commas after the day of the week, the number date, and the year (most of the time)
Dates
If an author wants to make readers feel emotion, enjoy a story, or laugh, is their intent to persuade, inform, or entertain?
Entertain
Sarah, please close the door when you leave.
Direct Address
Who invented the lightbulb? (Not Ben Franklin)
Thomas Edison
If an author is trying to give readers information like facts or data, is their intent to persuade, inform, or entertain?
Inform
An ___________ is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought, capable of being a complete sentence.
Independent Clause
In a _________, use commas around the name or title of the person you are speaking to
Direct Address
I need to buy milk, eggs, and bread.
Listing
What is the name of King Arthur's legendary sword?
Excalubir