Punctuating/Joining Clauses Flashcards
1
Q
rules for linking independent clauses
A
- can be linked with a comma following a coordinating conjunction
- with a semicolon (IC; IC) (IC; TA, IC)
2
Q
rules for punctuating dependent clauses
A
DC (adverb), IC
IC DC (adverb)
No comma is adverb clause follows the independent clause
3
Q
exceptions
A
use commas before: for (meaning because) although though since (meaning because)
4
Q
rules for nonessential phrases and clauses
A
put commas around clauses/phrase specifying which one
surround a transitional adverb in the middle of a clause with commas
