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Comma Exercises
Using commas to separate a long introductory phrase from the main clause.
Directions: Punctuate the following sentences with commas.
1. Having been told of the test John wondered when he would study.
2. Wading into the cool lake we found relief from the heat.
3. In the heat of a summer afternoon our air conditioner stopped.
4. After our game with Central High School our bus broke down.
5. Seeing the oncoming car weaving I slowed down.
6. By the old bridge at the north of town we are meeting for a picnic.
7. At the last meeting of the cheerleaders Janie was elected captain.
8. Noticing the dark clouds we thought it would rain.
9. In the middle of our math class Tim became …show more content…
As I entered the room I realized that I was late again.
3. While I worked at the restaurant I learned about food.
4. If she wishes Gloria can come with us.
5. Before you leave give us your address and telephone number.
6. Because the game was so one-sided we left early. Long Beach City College WRSC
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7. After he painted the office blue he dyed his hair green.
8. Since I left you my whole life has changed.
9. Although she loved her job it did not play very much. 10.Whenever I go to the beach I become sunburned.
Using commas to separate three or more words, phrases, or clauses in a series.
Directions: Punctuate the following sentences with commas.
1. He drove through Illinois Indiana and Kentucky.
2. He ran up the stairs through the door and down the hall.
3. He ends each day telling himself that the day was miserable that he should have stayed in bed that tomorrow will be better.
4. I ate breakfast read the paper and went to work.
5. I have seen his picture in magazines on television and in movies.
6. We went swimming boating and fishing.
7. Use care courtesy and common sense in your driving.
8. The boys stopped looked and then darted for cover.
9. He read Hamlet Macbeth and Romeo and …show more content…
Your handwriting is sloppy but your punctuation is perfect.
2. The story was very interesting and she read it on one evening. Long Beach City College WRSC
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3. Alice wanted to stay home that evening yet she did not feel that she could refuse the invitation.
4. You can spend the money now or you can put it in the bank.
5. The day was overcast yet we went to the beach.
6. She threw the switch but the lights did not work.
7. Jean does not each much lately and she is losing weight.
8. The rain continued for an hour so the game was called off.
9. He would not let them fight nor would he allow them to give up.
10.They would have to agree or they would not get anything.
Using commas to separate nouns in direct address, dialogue guides, exclamations, adverbs that modify the while sentence, and words that respond.
Directions: Punctuate the following sentences with commas.
1. Jim are you sure that the building is safe.
2. Mrs. Winston your class has helped me.
3. Steve said “What do you want me to do?”
4. “Anything that you can do will be helpful” John replied.
5. Oh you will think of something to say.
6. I worried John that you had forgotten to feed the dog.
7. Unfortunately I have to stay up all
Page 1 of 5
Comma Exercises
Using commas to separate a long introductory phrase from the main clause.
Directions: Punctuate the following sentences with commas.
1. Having been told of the test John wondered when he would study.
2. Wading into the cool lake we found relief from the heat.
3. In the heat of a summer afternoon our air conditioner stopped.
4. After our game with Central High School our bus broke down.
5. Seeing the oncoming car weaving I slowed down.
6. By the old bridge at the north of town we are meeting for a picnic.
7. At the last meeting of the cheerleaders Janie was elected captain.
8. Noticing the dark clouds we thought it would rain.
9. In the middle of our math class Tim became …show more content…
As I entered the room I realized that I was late again.
3. While I worked at the restaurant I learned about food.
4. If she wishes Gloria can come with us.
5. Before you leave give us your address and telephone number.
6. Because the game was so one-sided we left early. Long Beach City College WRSC
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7. After he painted the office blue he dyed his hair green.
8. Since I left you my whole life has changed.
9. Although she loved her job it did not play very much. 10.Whenever I go to the beach I become sunburned.
Using commas to separate three or more words, phrases, or clauses in a series.
Directions: Punctuate the following sentences with commas.
1. He drove through Illinois Indiana and Kentucky.
2. He ran up the stairs through the door and down the hall.
3. He ends each day telling himself that the day was miserable that he should have stayed in bed that tomorrow will be better.
4. I ate breakfast read the paper and went to work.
5. I have seen his picture in magazines on television and in movies.
6. We went swimming boating and fishing.
7. Use care courtesy and common sense in your driving.
8. The boys stopped looked and then darted for cover.
9. He read Hamlet Macbeth and Romeo and …show more content…
Your handwriting is sloppy but your punctuation is perfect.
2. The story was very interesting and she read it on one evening. Long Beach City College WRSC
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3. Alice wanted to stay home that evening yet she did not feel that she could refuse the invitation.
4. You can spend the money now or you can put it in the bank.
5. The day was overcast yet we went to the beach.
6. She threw the switch but the lights did not work.
7. Jean does not each much lately and she is losing weight.
8. The rain continued for an hour so the game was called off.
9. He would not let them fight nor would he allow them to give up.
10.They would have to agree or they would not get anything.
Using commas to separate nouns in direct address, dialogue guides, exclamations, adverbs that modify the while sentence, and words that respond.
Directions: Punctuate the following sentences with commas.
1. Jim are you sure that the building is safe.
2. Mrs. Winston your class has helped me.
3. Steve said “What do you want me to do?”
4. “Anything that you can do will be helpful” John replied.
5. Oh you will think of something to say.
6. I worried John that you had forgotten to feed the dog.
7. Unfortunately I have to stay up all