100 English Grammar Demystifi ed
Once again, refer to the preceding rules if you have a question about comma use
in the next two exercises. When you reach the fi nal Written Practice, however, try
to make all the changes and additions on your own. Of course, check the Answer
Key to see how well you did.
Written Practice 4-8
In each of the following sentences, insert commas where needed.
- I will fi nish this course on August 15 2010.
- My best friend lives in Bend Oregon.
- “I’m telling you to clean your room” Mother insisted.
- Dear Eileen
I know that you are eager to hear about my job search so I’ll call you
on Saturday.
My best
Pat - When I talked to Tom and Andy I asked them to be in charge of the
fl ashlight batteries barbecue and tent. - A detailed lengthy letter explained his options.
- March a month just before real spring is usually quite cold in New England.
- Max was nevertheless our best choice for the job.
- Unfortunately for W.H. Auden however his poems have been misquoted in
modern novels. - Before our next book club meeting let’s read all of his poems.
Written Practice 4-9
In the following paragraphs, insert or delete commas where necessary.
Paragraph 1
Founded in 1981 as Students Against Driving Drunk SADD’s focus initially was to
combat teen deaths due to drinking and driving. SADD has expanded its mission
and name and now sponsors chapters called Students Against Destructive Deci-
sions. SADD now focuses on prevention of all destructive behaviors and attitudes
that are harmful to young people, including underage drinking substance abuse