Using Commas and Semicolons
Grade 6 · English Language Arts · Grammar and Vocabulary · Wyoming, USA
Lesson Summary
Commas separate items in a list and set off clauses, while semicolons join closely related independent clauses.
Explanation
Commas have many uses: separating items in a list (apples, oranges, and bananas), setting off introductory words or phrases (However, the plan changed), and separating dependent clauses from independent clauses (When it rains, I bring an umbrella). A semicolon connects two independent clauses that are closely related without using a conjunction: 'I love to read; my sister prefers to draw.' Using commas and semicolons correctly makes your writing clear and professional.
Practice Questions
Q1: Add commas to this sentence: 'I packed a sandwich an apple juice and cookies.'
Answer: I packed a sandwich, an apple, juice, and cookies.
Q2: Join these two sentences with a semicolon: 'The test was difficult. Most students passed.'
Answer: The test was difficult; most students passed.
Q3: Where should a comma go in this sentence: 'After finishing dinner we played a board game.'
Answer: After finishing dinner, we played a board game. (The comma goes after the introductory phrase.)
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