PPT-Commas

The Power of the Comma Commas The comma can appear several times in the same sentence performing many different functions that help give that sentence greater structure stability and . 1. . Grammar.  A punctuation mark ( , ) used to indicate a separation of ideas or of elements within the structure of a sentence.. 2. . A pause or separation; a caesura.. 1. Use commas to separate independent clauses when they are joined by: AND, BUT, FOR, OR, NOR.. SETTING OFF INTRODUCTORY SENTENCE PARTS. Use a comma to set off:. introductory words, . phrases, and . clauses . from the main part of a sentence.. SETTING OFF INTRODUCTORY SENTENCE PARTS. The comma keeps the reader from accidentally attaching the introductory portion to the main part of the sentence, then having to go back and reread the sentence. . Wayne State University School of Social Work. What is a Comma?. Merriam-Webster (2012) defines a comma as:. . “. A punctuation mark, used especially as a mark of separation within the sentence. ”. By: Kelsey Quaile. If you have trouble using commas…Just remember PELICAN!. P. arenthetical elements. E. lliptical constructions. L. ists and series. I. ntroductory elements. C. ompound sentences. A. A Presentation of When and Where to use a Comma. “The Big five”. Grammar and Punctuation. 1. Fragments. Incorrect: Unless you want . more coverage. . We have made all the arrangements.. Correct: Unless you want more . Common Core Standard . L.7.2 Use a comma to separate coordinate adjectives. Language of the Discipline. Coordinate Adjective-. modifies a noun equally. Coordinate Adjectives. How do you know when to use a comma?. And they all matter…. Comma rule 1:. Where do the commas go in this sentence?. . The two went soaring tumbling and freewheeling through an endless diamond sky.. Why do the commas go there?. Comma rule 1:. Common Core Standard . L.7.2 Use a comma to separate coordinate adjectives. Language of the Discipline. Coordinate Adjective-. modifies a noun equally. Coordinate Adjectives. How do you know when to use a comma?. Word Choice, and Mechanics. The Comma. 1. A comma is used before introductory words, phrases, and clauses:. Comma after an introductory word:. Yes. , . I agree with you on that issue.. Dad. , . give me some help in the kitchen.. What is a Comma?. Merriam-Webster (2012) defines a comma as:. . “. A punctuation mark, used especially as a mark of separation within the sentence. ”. (para. 1).. Commas tell a reader to pause in a sentence much like a driver yields to a blinking yellow before proceeding (. Commas with coordinating Conjunctions. Use a comma before a coordinating conjunction . (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) . that combines two independent clauses. . State censorship boards flourished. By . Rebekah. and Amanda. Fall 2009. Bay Mills Community College. Inerrupter. A word, phrase, or clause inserted into a sentence to give more information about some element within a sentence. Breanna. non-restrictive friends at oxford. Restrictive & Non-restrictive clauses, oxford commas. More Comma Humor…. Let’s Review…. Let’s Review. Restrictive vs. Non-Restrictive (Relative) Clauses. Work Session: Using the Power Point and the Keeper, complete the learning activities with commas. You are required to complete the activities as you complete the learning check. Work Session: Writer’s Notebook –