[Conquering the Comma" Directions: Match each sentence with the rule that explains why the sentence has a
comma. Only write the letter in the space given below. NOTE: YOUR ANSWERS
SHOULD BE WRITTEN IN RED.
A. Separating a list
B. Separating adjectives
C. Introductory clause or phrase
D. Conjunction making a compound sentence
E. Non-essential information
1.
As the summer sun set, Katie became nervous about her first day of high school
2.
Bright, yellow flowers covered the field.
3
Shelia, the pastor's daughter, dyed her hair purple.
4.
It has been a long week, so I'm glad it's Friday.
5
I might eat cheesecake, ice cream, or a brownie for dessert.