Grammar and Language Workbook

40 Grammar and Language Workbook, Grade 6

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PROBLEM 4

Missing commas with nonessential adjective clauses

com Karen who started early finished her work before noon.

SOLUTION

Karen, who started early, finished her work before noon.

Decide whether the clause is truly essential to the meaning of the

sentence. If it is not essential, then set it off with commas.

PROBLEM 5

Missing commas with introductory adverb clauses

com When the wind rises too high the boats lower their sails.

SOLUTION

When the wind rises too high, the boats lower their sails.

Place a comma after an introductory adverbial clause.

More help with commas is

available in Lessons 72–76.

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