Punctuation Guide Quiz
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When should a comma be used to separate nonessential elements in a sentence?

  • When the phrase is essential to the meaning of the sentence
  • When the phrase is nonessential and can be removed without changing the meaning of the sentence (correct)
  • When the phrase contains a coordinating conjunction
  • When the phrase contains a subordinating conjunction
  • In which of the following cases should a comma be used?

  • When a subordinating conjunction begins the second clause of a sentence
  • When a subordinating conjunction is omitted from the sentence
  • When a subordinating conjunction is part of an introductory phrase or clause (correct)
  • When a subordinating conjunction is used to connect two independent clauses
  • When should a comma be used before a coordinating conjunction?

  • To separate items in a list
  • To connect two independent clauses (correct)
  • To connect a dependent and an independent clause
  • To indicate a pause in the sentence
  • Which of the following is an example of using a comma correctly?

    <p>&quot;The audience, which was made up of many fellow students, applauded enthusiastically.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not an example of using a comma correctly?

    <p>&quot;Although he was tired he stayed up late to finish his work.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

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