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    This document provides instructions on using commas in a series, after introductory words like "first" and "second", between two or more adjectives before a noun, and provides 15 sentences to add commas to wherever needed to follow the rules. It explains that in a series, a comma should be used after every item except the last, and commas should come after words like "first" and "second" when they introduce a list. It also notes that commas should come between two or more adjectives before a noun, except after the last one. The last part of the document contains 15 sentences for the student to add commas to based on the rules.

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    This document provides instructions on using commas in a series, after introductory words like "first" and "second", between two or more adjectives before a noun, and provides 15 sentences to add commas to wherever needed to follow the rules. It explains that in a series, a comma should be used after every item except the last, and commas should come after words like "first" and "second" when they introduce a list. It also notes that commas should come between two or more adjectives before a noun, except after the last one. The last part of the document contains 15 sentences for the student to add commas to based on the rules.

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    This document provides instructions on using commas in a series, after introductory words like "first" and "second", between two or more adjectives before a noun, and provides 15 sentences to add commas to wherever needed to follow the rules. It explains that in a series, a comma should be used after every item except the last, and commas should come after words like "first" and "second" when they introduce a list. It also notes that commas should come between two or more adjectives before a noun, except after the last one. The last part of the document contains 15 sentences for the student to add commas to based on the rules.

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    This document provides instructions on using commas in a series, after introductory words like "first" and "second", between two or more adjectives before a noun, and provides 15 sentences to add commas to wherever needed to follow the rules. It explains that in a series, a comma should be used after every item except the last, and commas should come after words like "first" and "second" when they introduce a list. It also notes that commas should come between two or more adjectives before a noun, except after the last one. The last part of the document contains 15 sentences for the student to add commas to based on the rules.

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    Name ______________________________________ Period _____ Date ____________

    Use a comma after every item in a series except the last. The items in a series may be
    single words, or phrases, or clauses.

    Words: Turtles, frogs, and dragonflies live by the pond.

    THE COMMA I
    Phrases: Ann unpacked the van, locked it, and carried the boxes inside.

    Clauses: The professor explained what a recession is, why it happens, and how the
    economy can recover from it.

    Use commas after the adverbs first, second, third, and so on, when these adverbs
    introduce a series of parallel items.
    This is how we got publicity: first, we put up posters; second, we called the newspapers;
    third, we notified the radio stations.

    When two or more adjectives come before a noun, use a comma after each adjective
    except the last one.
    Larry chose a small, safe, and economical moped.

    Use commas correctly. Add commas to these sentences wherever they are needed.

    1. First ,list the misspelled words; second ,write the correct spelling beside them; third ,memorize the
    correct spelling.
    2. Ron’s arms, legs , and face were scratched from the bushes.
    3. Connie hit the ball, dropped the bat, and ran toward first.
    4. The humid weather made the floors ,furniture, and rugs feel damp.
    5. There were decorations ,books ,toys, and clothes in the Christmas package.
    6. The club sold raffle tickets ,held a bake sale, and produced a musical.
    7. The old trunk contained clothes ,letters ,jewelry ,and pictures.
    8. We can sell refreshments before the show ,during intermission, and between acts.
    9. A small child caught the Frisbee, twirled it around ,and threw it back to us.
    10. Old ,rusty convertibles were parked next to new ,shiny compacts.
    11. Red, orange ,and brown leaves covered the trees in the fall.
    12. First , clear the lawn of stones; second ,cut the weeds; last ,mow the lawn.
    13. The tackle box contained lures , hooks ,weights , and extra line.
    14. The bush hat has a three-inch brim, a deep crown ,and a mosquito net.
    15. Sneezing ,coughing ,and shivering fans huddled together in the bleachers.
    16. The tired ,hungry ,searchers refused to give up.
    17. The doctor, the nurses ,and the social worker discussed the case.
    18. The spacious ,modern zoo building is for the large apes. Score: _______ / 18

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