Commas - Lists
English
GCSE
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A worksheet focusing on the correct use of commas in lists for GCSE students.
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Commas - Lists
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Understanding Commas in Lists
In English, commas are used to separate items in a list. For example, you might write, "I bought apples, bananas, oranges, and grapes." The comma before the final 'and' is called the Oxford comma, and its use is sometimes debated. However, using commas correctly in lists ensures clarity and avoids ambiguity in your writing.
1.
What is the purpose of using commas in a list?
[2 marks]2.
Identify the Oxford comma in the example sentence: 'I bought apples, bananas, oranges, and grapes.'
[2 marks]3.
Rewrite the sentence without the Oxford comma: 'She bought pens, paper, notebooks and pencils.'
[2 marks]4.
Explain whether the use of the Oxford comma is mandatory or optional, and justify your answer.
[3 marks]5.
Select the correct punctuation in the following list: 'My favourite fruits are apples, bananas, oranges and grapes.'
Aa) Apples, bananas, oranges and grapes.
Bb) Apples, bananas, oranges, and grapes.
Cc) Apples, bananas, oranges, and grapes
Dd) Apples, bananas, oranges and grapes,
6.
Write a sentence with a list of four items, ensuring correct comma use.
[3 marks]7.
Analyze the following sentence and identify if the commas are correctly used in the list: 'The menu included sandwiches, chips, drinks and desserts.'
[3 marks]8.
Create a list of five items related to your last holiday, using correct comma placement.
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