Grammar – Commas


A comma is a punctuation mark that shows a pause is needed in a sentence. Commas can also be used to separate items in a series of three or more items. Example: My dog likes to run, swim and play.


A Tick the sentences where the comma is used correctly. In your copy, rewrite the other sentences using the comma correctly.


1. Would you like to watch television, read or go to bed? 2. Siamese, Persian and Bengal are all types of cats. 3. Niamh Alison Colm and, Olivia will go to the cinema on Friday. 4. Would you, rather have pasta pizza or shepherd’s pie for dinner? 5. I went to the supermarket to buy eggs, milk, flour and sugar. 6. We need paper scissors and pencils for our art, project.


B Add commas to these sentences. 1. Frogs snakes and scorpions are my favourite pets.


2. I wear a cloak a pointy hat and stripy socks. 3. The way to the cave is through the woods over the lake and under the bridge. 4. Shall I turn you into a rat a tiger or a flamingo? 5. Mix the red purple and green potions together.


Commas can separate parts of a sentence. Example: She strolled slowly stopping to pick some flowers. She strolled slowly, stopping to pick some flowers.


C In your copy, rewrite these sentences using commas where appropriate.


1. He ran quickly planning to get there before his sister. 2. She screamed at the top of her voice but no one could hear her. 3. They drove quickly hoping not to crash along the way. 4. John looked everywhere for Ellen calling out as he went. 5. We went to Galway where we met Aunt Kathleen.


D Dictation: Listen to your teacher and write the sentences in your copy.


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