1. Punctuation: Commas Use commas to set off appositives and appositive phrases that are not necessary to the meaning of the sentence. An appositive is a noun or pronoun that identifies or describes another noun or pronoun beside it. Example: A gymnast, Mrs. Shaw, will coach us. Write the sentences below. Add commas where they are needed. 1. My friend Eliza sat in the shade at our table. 2. Our hosts Mr. and Mrs. Worthington greeted us at the entrance.

2. Punctuation: Commas Use commas to set off words in direct address. Words in direct address identify the person or people spoken to or addressed. Example: Ms. Jacobs, please explain the assignment. Write the sentences below. Add commas where they are needed. 1. Please Mom can you drive me to soccer practice? 2. Bring me the newspaper when you finish reading it Carla.

3. Punctuation: Commas Use a comma after certain introductory elements. These include any introductory words, phrases, or clauses. Example: On that page, you will see a map of the park Write the sentences below. Add commas where they are needed. 1. Well I think you should apologize to your younger sister. 2. Before eating the birds were singing noisily.

4. Punctuation: Commas Commas are used to separate words or groups of words in a complete thought. An appositive phrase includes an appositive an it’s modifiers. Example: This book is about geology, the science of the earth and it’s rocks. Write the sentences below. Add commas where they are needed. If the sentence is correct, write C. 1. The park a beautiful place for a party was lit by streetlights. 2. Let’s eat Grandpa!

5. Punctuation: Commas Commas are used to separate words or groups of words in a complete thought. Use a comma after a short introductory phrase to make the sentence clear. Example: In the evening, sunlight faded into the western sky. Write the sentences below. Add commas where they are needed. If the sentence is correct, write C. 1. Yes you may use my pencil. 2. After he left we noticed his hat was one the table.