Items in a series (Day 1) Three or more items in a series require punctuation, usually a comma. The last two items are usually connected with a coordinating conjunction, which is always preceded by a comma.

2 Three or more items in a series require punctuation, usually a comma. The last two items are usually connected with a coordinating conjunction, which is always preceded by a comma. Weak Sentence: Chip faced the enormous audience. He cleared his throat, and he passed out. Best Sentence: Chip faced the enormous audience, cleared his throat, and passed out. (Series of verbs)

Walt, Samantha, and Chris finished the assignment. (Series of nouns) 3 Weak Sentence: Walt finished the assignment, and Samantha finished it too. Chris also finished it . Best Sentence: Walt, Samantha, and Chris finished the assignment. (Series of nouns)

4 Three or more items in a series require punctuation, usually a comma. The last two items are usually connected with a coordinating conjunction, which is always preceded by a comma. Greta balanced her checkbook. She also paid her bills, and she turned on some music.

5 Three or more items in a series require punctuation, usually a comma. The last two items are usually connected with a coordinating conjunction, which is always preceded by a comma. Greta balanced her checkbook, paid her bills, and turned on some music.

(Series of objects with a compound element (verb)) 6 Change the weak sentences into best sentences using the series sentence structure. 1. You may study your Spanish until dinner is ready, or you may practice your cello. Or you may simply relax. 2. He placed the envelopes on the table, and he placed the stationery there. He placed a roll of stamps there, and he went to find his favorite pen. (Series of objects with a compound element (verb))

7 1. You may study your Spanish, practice your cello, or simply relax until dinner is ready. 2. He placed the envelopes, the stationery, and a roll of stamps on the table and went to find his favorite pen.

10 Three or more items in a series require punctuation, usually a comma. The last two items are usually connected with a coordinating conjunction, which is always preceded by a comma. 1.It was equipped with power steering, and it was equipped with four new radial tires. It also was equipped with a stereo. 2. She planned the program, and she directed the program. She even took part in the program. 3. They bought warm jackets, and they rented skis and boots. And they drove to the slopes.

2. She planned, directed, and took part in the program. 11 1. It was equipped with power steering, four new radial tires, and a stereo. 2. She planned, directed, and took part in the program. 3. They bought warm jackets, rented skis and boots, and drove to the slopes.