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Comma —from Greek komma , which means “something cut off” The Comma ( polygonia c-album )

Comma —from Greek komma , which means “something cut off” The Comma ( polygonia c-album ). 1. Use commas to separate independent clauses when they are joined by any of these seven conjunctions :  and, but, for, or, nor, so, yet . The game was over , but  the crowd refused to leave.

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Comma —from Greek komma , which means “something cut off” The Comma ( polygonia c-album )

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  1. Comma—from Greek komma, which means “something cut off” The Comma (polygonia c-album)

  2. 1. Use commas to separate independent clauses when they are joined by any of these seven conjunctions: and, but, for, or, nor, so, yet. • The game was over, but the crowd refused to leave. • The student explained her question, yet the instructor still didn't seem to understand. • Yesterday was her brother's birthday, so she took him out to dinner.

  3. 2. Use commas after introductory a) clauses, b) phrases, or c) words that come before the main clause. • a. Common starter words for introductory clauses that should be followed by a comma include after, although, as, because, if, since, when, while. • While I was eating, the cat scratched at the door. • Because her alarm clock was broken, she was late for class. • If you are ill, you ought to see a doctor. • When the snow stops falling, we'll shovel the driveway.

  4. b. Common introductory words that should be followed by a comma include yes, however, well. • Well, perhaps he meant no harm. • Yes, the package should arrive tomorrow morning. • However, you may not be satisfied with the results. • c. Use commas after direct address, to set off names: • Hello, Sam. • Goodbye, Susan.

  5. Abstract Nouns • an intangible concept • A thing you can’t see, hear, touch, taste or smell

  6. A tangible, physical thing • Something you can see, hear, touch, taste, or smell • Like concrete, they: • Add weight to your writing • Build a foundation of tangible images for your reader

  7. Scene vs. Summary • Scene: • takes place in real-time, like a movie, usually contains dialogue between characters, and should be used for important interactions and events. • Summary: • Gives the reader important highlights or reminders, background information, or information about the past. Bits of summary often occur within or between scenes.

  8. Homework • Read, Guide, Ch. 4, pp. 107-124 • Comment on blog • Begin working on the peer-draft of your memoir

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