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What does a comma indicate in a sentence?

A smaller break (correct)

A full stop

A pause for emphasis

A conjunction between clauses

When should commas be used in a list with more than two elements?

To separate the first and last elements

To be omitted in lists

To separate the first two elements only

To separate each element (correct)

What is the main challenge regarding comma usage?

Remembering the rules is difficult

Commas are always placed before conjunctions

Determining when to use them is subtle (correct)

Commas are not commonly used in English

How do some writers think of a comma?

As a soft pause Signup and view all the answers

What does a period do at the end of a sentence?

Ends a sentence Signup and view all the answers

What are some challenges that make comma usage tricky?

There are lots of rules about comma usage and the factors that determine whether to use one are quite subtle. Signup and view all the answers

How is a comma described in comparison to a period?

While a period ends a sentence, a comma indicates a smaller break and can be thought of as a soft pause. Signup and view all the answers

What are the uses of commas in English?

Commas have quite a few uses, including separating words, clauses, or ideas within a sentence and separating elements in a list. Signup and view all the answers

When should commas be used in a list with more than two elements?

Commas should be used to separate the elements in a list when there are more than two elements. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using commas in a list?

The purpose of using commas in a list is to separate the individual elements and clarify the relationships between them. Signup and view all the answers