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Commas (Continued)

Commas (Continued). Unit 2. Unit 2 Commas (Continued). Items in a Series Introductory Phrases and Clauses Conjunctions. Items in a Series.

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Commas (Continued)

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  1. Commas(Continued) Unit 2

  2. Unit 2 Commas (Continued) • Items in a Series • Introductory Phrases and Clauses • Conjunctions Unit 2 Commas (Continued)

  3. Items in a Series Commas separate words or phrases listed in a series. When and or or precedes the last word or phrase in a series, a comma is placed before and or or. • I purchased a rug, a sofa, and a lamp for my new apartment. • You can contact me by letter, by phone, or by e-mail. Unit 2 Commas (Continued)

  4. Tryout Sentences • Please complete the application prepare your resume and compile a list of references. • My new parrot is young vibrantly colored and very vocal. • The shop’s newest ice cream flavors are green tea lychee mango and jasmine. • Darnell’s latest additions to his curio cabinet are an antique teapot a crystal decanter and a porcelain vase. • Every Saturday a local farmer’s market sells vegetables fruits and pastries. Unit 2 Commas (Continued)

  5. Introductory Phrases and Clauses An introductory phrase or clause is usually followed by a comma. • Until notified to the contrary, we will cancel your service. • As the ship left the harbor, the passengers waved from the decks. Unit 2 Commas (Continued)

  6. Tryout Sentences • Without a reservation you cannot be assured of a room at this hotel. • As I crossed the finish line the crowd applauded wildly. • Before signing the contract read it very carefully. • While Devore was eating dinner she read the newspaper. • When you finish the test leave the room quietly. Unit 2 Commas (Continued)

  7. Conjunctions A comma separates two independent clauses that are joined by a conjunction such as and, but, or, and nor. The comma is placed before the conjunction. • The architect submitted a proposal, but she was not selected for the project. • Write your name at the top, and wait for further instructions. Unit 2 Commas (Continued)

  8. Tryout Sentences • The soprano has laryngitis and she cannot go on. • I work in the Editorial Department but am requesting a transfer. • He made a decision and then changed his mind. • Follow the instructions or you will make a mistake. • The members approved the amendment and their vote was unanimous. Unit 2 Commas (Continued)

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