1. Using Commas to Set Off Words
Lesson 6

2. Use a comma to show a pause after an introductory word.
Lesson 6 – Using Commas
Use a comma to show a pause after an introductory word.
Example:
Yes, I think that the new law is needed.

3. Lesson 6 – Using Commas
Use commas to set off words called interrupters that interrupt the flow of a sentence.
Example:
Senator Perillo, of course, is campaigning hard.

4. Lesson 6 – Using Commas
Use commas to set off nouns of direct address (the name of someone who is being spoken to directly.)
Example:
Are you in favor of the parkland bill, Sam?

5. Lesson 6 – Using Commas Use commas to set off an appositive.
**If an appositive is necessary for the meaning of a sentence, do not use commas.
Example:
This bill, a tax measure, failed to pass.
The word senate comes from Latin.

6. Lesson 6 – Using Commas
Directions: Tell where to use commas in the following sentences.
My computer an out-of-date model needs to be replaced.
These computers are highly praised I believe.
Do you have the newest model Mr. Sato?
Yes it is over here.
It costs more money I imagine.