W4D1 Grammar

Introduction

Commas are used after introductory elements (parts) in a sentence. Introductory elements can be words, clauses, or phrases (groups of words). Introductory elements are added to an independent clause (sentence). A good strategy to find introductory elements is to find the independent clause first. Remember, an independent clause is a complete sentence.

Introductory elements can be words, clauses, or phrases (groups of words).

 Take A Look:

Introductory commas belong after words, phrases, and clauses

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Let's Practice:

 

In Your Journal: Write at least one sentence using commas in a series.

 

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