Commas in Lists
Remember: When we write a list of three or more items in a sentence, we use commas to separate them.
Example: I packed my hat, sunscreen, togs and a towel.
Part A: Add the missing commas ✏️
Rewrite each sentence with commas in the correct places.
1. My favourite colours are blue green yellow and purple.
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2. We saw kiwis penguins seals and dolphins at the zoo.
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3. I need to buy bread milk eggs and cheese from the shop.
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4. Tom ate a sandwich an apple some crackers and a banana.
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Part B: Circle the commas 🔵
Circle all the commas in these sentences.
1. For breakfast, I had toast, jam, orange juice and cereal.
2. My teacher is kind, helpful, funny and patient.
3. The dog ran, jumped, barked and wagged its tail.
4. In my pencil case I have pens, pencils, an eraser and a ruler.
Part C: Write your own sentences 📝
Write a sentence with a list of items for each topic. Remember your commas!
1. Four animals you might see on a farm:
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2. Four things you like to do at the weekend:
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3. Four items in your school bag:
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