Unit 2: Commas and Apostrophes
Introduction
Punctuation helps readers identify clusters of words between and within sentences. Between sentences, the most common mark of punctuation is the period; within sentences, the most common mark is the comma.
Commas tell us how to read and understand sentences because they tell us where to pause. A correctly placed comma helps move readers from the beginning of a sentence to the end. A misplaced comma can create more confusion than a conversation with a teenager.
people tend to say that an apostrophe is a flying comma!In this unit, you will learn how to use the comma and its flying verion, the apostrophe.
Objectives:
By the end of this unit, you will be able to:
- Identify the many uses of the comma.
- Use the comma to punctuate a paragraph correctly.
- Use the apostrophe correctly.
Day 1: The Comma: A Major Player
Reflection on the unit
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