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not choices Use with a coordinating conjunction to link two independent clauses The cat hissed and she jumped off the roof The cat hissed and jumped off the roof The cat hissed then she jumped off the roof ID: 307082

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Comma Rules

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Use with a coordinating conjunction to link two independent clauses.The cat hissed and she jumped off the roof.The cat hissed and jumped off the roof.The cat hissed then she jumped off the roof.FANBOYSfor andnor butor yetsoSentences that could stand aloneThe cat hissed, and she jumped off the roof.The cat hissed and jumped off the roof.The cat hissed; then she jumped off the roof.Slide3

Use comma after introductory elements

In the morning, I will do my homework.

Predictably, the show was cancelled again.To be able to participate, Jack had to pass a test.Yes, I will be able to come to the dinner.Any words not necessary—just added to an already complete sentenceBy the way, the parade begins at noon.The parade, by the way, begins at noon.The parade begins at noon, by the way. In 1992, several laws were passed.Several laws were passed in 1992. Slide4

Using commas in a series

On our date, Johnny and I went to Smother’s Park, The Cupcakery, and The Bistro.

Oxford Comma

Terminal CommaSlide5

Coordinate and Cumulative Adjectives

Test

: If the order of the adjectives can be changed OR if the word and works between them, use a comma.The concert featured several new bands.The concert featured new several bands. The concert featured several and new bands. The huge restless crowd waited.The restless huge crowd waited. The huge and restless crowd waited. NONOYESYESThe huge, restless crowd waited. Slide6

Restrictive and Nonrestrictive Elements

The book that has a red cover is missing.

The book, which has a red cover, is missing. The boy who stole the apple was arrested.The boy, who stole the apple, was arrested. The author who is only twenty-three has won two Pulitzer Prizes. The author, who is only twenty-three, has won two Pulitzer Prizes. Always use a comma with which—what follows can be left out.Never use a comma with that—what follows cannot be left out. Slide7

Commas with Dates and Numbers

Date and year

: August 26, 2013Day and date: Monday, August 26Both sides of year in middle of sentence: On July 20, 1969, the world changed forever. NEVER use comma with ONLY month and year or month and day:People knew that one day in July 1969 would change the world.News coverage was especially heavy on July 21. Slide8