Question 1: Identify all the sentences in the extract that correctly use a comma after a fronted adverbial.

Answer: Sentences 2, 4, and 5 correctly use a comma after a fronted adverbial.

Question 2: Explain why a comma is used after the adverbial in the sentence: 'Despite the heavy rain, the children continued to play outside.'

Answer: The comma separates the fronted adverbial clause from the main clause for clarity.

Question 3: Choose the sentence that correctly follows standard punctuation rules:

Answer: b) Despite the heavy rain, the children continued to play outside.

Question 4: Rewrite this sentence correctly: 'In the early morning the city is surprisingly quiet.'

Answer: In the early morning, the city is surprisingly quiet.

Question 5: Identify the type of adverbial used in the sentence: 'During the summer holidays, many families visit the coast.'

Answer: A time adverbial phrase.

Question 1: Insert commas where necessary in the following sentences:

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Question 2: Write five sentences using fronted adverbials at the beginning and include appropriate commas.

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Question 1: Identify the fronted adverbials in the passage and explain their effect on the rhythm of the sentences.

Answer: Fronted adverbials include 'On a windswept hill', 'With a gentle sigh', and 'Before long'. They create a descriptive and contemplative tone, emphasising the scene.

Question 2: Discuss how the placement of commas affects the clarity of these sentences.

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