Grammar Rules

Question 1

Comma Rules

Answer 1

-To join two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction
-In a series
-In between two or more adjectives before a noun
-After introductory words or phrases
-To interrupt a sentence
-To set off a quote
-To separate states, countries, years, and titles

Question 2

FANBOYS = a coordinating conjunction

Answer 2

used to connect two independent clauses (consisting of a subject and a verb)
F - for B - but
A - and O - or
N - nor Y - yet
S - so

Question 3

Set off with a comma

Answer 3

Lennie said, “Tell me about the rabbits!”
“Tell me about the rabbits,” Lennie said.

Question 4

Introduce with a colon

Answer 4

Lennie often repeated the same idea: “Tell me about the rabbits!”