PARCC Comma 2

Question 1

Which sentence correctly uses commas in a series?

Accepted Answer

We bought apples, oranges, and pears.

Answer

Items in a series are separated by commas, including before the final 'and' (Oxford comma).

Question 2

Where should a comma go? 'After the long meeting we went home.'

Accepted Answer

After 'meeting'

Answer

An introductory phrase is followed by a comma before the main clause.

Question 3

Which sentence correctly joins two independent clauses?

Accepted Answer

I was tired, so I went to bed.

Answer

A comma plus a coordinating conjunction joins two independent clauses.

Question 4

Which sentence correctly sets off a nonessential clause?

Accepted Answer

My brother, who lives in Ohio, is visiting.

Answer

Nonessential clauses are enclosed by commas on both sides.

Question 5

Where does a comma belong? 'Yes I would love to come.'

Accepted Answer

After 'Yes'

Answer

An introductory word like 'Yes' is followed by a comma.

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