Commas (Edexcel GCSE English Language): Flashcards
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Main clause definition
Main clause definition
A complete thought that can stand alone as a sentence
Subordinate clause definition
Subordinate clause definition
Adds extra info but can't stand alone
Comma rule: main clause + subordinate clause
Comma rule: main clause + subordinate clause
No comma needed
Comma rule: subordinate clause + main clause
Comma rule: subordinate clause + main clause
Comma required before main clause
Relative clause definition
Relative clause definition
Provides additional info about a noun in sentence
Relative pronouns (5 examples)
Relative pronouns (5 examples)
that, who, when, which, where
Comma rule with relative clauses
Comma rule with relative clauses
Always separate with commas
Comma placement in lists
Comma placement in lists
After each item except the last one
Word before final item in list
Word before final item in list
Use 'and' or 'or' instead of comma
Comma rule for multiple adjectives
Comma rule for multiple adjectives
Use commas between adjectives that equally describe a noun
Purpose of commas in writing
Purpose of commas in writing
Organize thoughts, separate parts, make writing easier to read