Comma Usage Practice Quiz: Trivia Test!

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    When we ask God He will give us wisdom.

    • When we ask God He will give us wisdom.
    • When we ask, God He will give us wisdom.
    • When we ask God, He will give us wisdom.
    • When we ask, God, He will give us wisdom.
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Comma usage practice quiz: trivia test! Do you know how to use a comma in a sentence? One of the major rules for using a comma is before any coordinating conjunction that links two independent clauses. Do you know the other rules and how they are applied? Get to test yourself by seeing if you can identify if commas have been used correctly in the questions given. All the best!

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  • 2. 
    Before cooking the chef always washes his hands. - ProProfs

    Before cooking the chef always washes his hands.

    • Before cooking the chef always washes his hands.

    • Before, cooking the chef always washes his hands.

    • Before cooking, the chef always washes his hands.

    • Before cooking, the chef, always washes his hands.

    Correct Answer
    A. Before cooking, the chef always washes his hands.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Before cooking, the chef always washes his hands." This answer correctly uses a comma to separate the introductory phrase "Before cooking" from the main clause "the chef always washes his hands." This punctuation choice helps to clarify the meaning and structure of the sentence.

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  • 3. 
                                                   Softshell turtles which are aquatic sometimes eat small ducks and birds.  - ProProfs

                                                   Softshell turtles which are aquatic sometimes eat small ducks and birds. 

    • Softshell turtles which are aquatic sometimes feed on ducks and birds.

    • Softshell turtles, which are aquatic sometimes feed on ducks and birds.

    • Softshell turtles which are aquatic, somtimes feed on ducks and birds.

    • Softshell turtles, which are aquatic, sometimes feed on ducks and birds.

    Correct Answer
    A. Softshell turtles, which are aquatic, sometimes feed on ducks and birds.
    Explanation
    Softshell turtles, which are aquatic, sometimes feed on ducks and birds. This sentence correctly uses commas to set off the nonrestrictive clause "which are aquatic" and the adverb "sometimes". It also uses the verb "feed" to indicate the action of the turtles. The sentence provides a clear and concise explanation of the behavior of softshell turtles in relation to their feeding habits.

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  • 4. 

    I would like lettuce cheese and tomatoes on my sandwich.

    • I would like lettuce cheese and tomatoes on my sandwich.

    • I would like, lettuce cheese, and tomatoes on my sandwich.

    • I would like lettuce, cheese, and tomatoes, on my sandwich.

    • I would like lettuce, cheese, and tomatoes on my sandwich.

    Correct Answer
    A. I would like lettuce, cheese, and tomatoes on my sandwich.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "I would like lettuce, cheese, and tomatoes on my sandwich." This is the correct answer because it properly separates the ingredients with commas and includes the word "and" before the last ingredient, which is the correct format for listing multiple items in a sentence.

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  • 5. 
                                              For example you will have to use chlorine a strong disinfectant in the pool to keep it clean. - ProProfs

                                              For example you will have to use chlorine a strong disinfectant in the pool to keep it clean.

    • For example you will have to use chlorine a strong disinfectant in the pool to keep it clean.

    • For example, you will have to use chlorine, a strong disinfectant, in the pool to keep it clean.

    • For example you will have to use chlorine, a strong disinfectant, in the pool to keep it clean.

    • For example, you will have to use chloring, a strong disinfectant, in the pool, to keep it clean.

    Correct Answer
    A. For example, you will have to use chlorine, a strong disinfectant, in the pool to keep it clean.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "For example, you will have to use chlorine, a strong disinfectant, in the pool to keep it clean." This is the correct answer because it correctly uses punctuation to separate the introductory phrase "For example" from the main sentence. It also correctly uses commas to set off the non-essential phrase "a strong disinfectant" and to separate the items in the list "chlorine, a strong disinfectant."

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  • 6. 

    We not only have to consider the words we say but also look at the condition of our hearts.

    • We not only have to consider the words we say but also look at the condition of our hearts.

    • We not only have to consider, the words we say, but also look at the condition of our hearts.

    • We not only have to consider the words we say, but also look at the condition of our hearts.

    • We not only have to consider the words we say, but also look at the condition, of our hearts.

    Correct Answer
    A. We not only have to consider the words we say, but also look at the condition of our hearts.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "We not only have to consider the words we say, but also look at the condition of our hearts." This answer accurately reflects the original sentence structure and maintains the intended meaning. It emphasizes the importance of not only being mindful of the words we speak but also being aware of the state of our hearts, suggesting that our intentions and emotions play a significant role in communication.

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  • 7. 
                                                                                   C.S. Lewis a famous author for both adults and children wrote many books about Christianity. - ProProfs

                                                                                   C.S. Lewis a famous author for both adults and children wrote many books about Christianity.

    • C.S. Lewis a famous author for both adults and children wrote many books about Christianity.

    • C.S. Lewis a famous author for both adults and children, wrote many books about Christianity.

    • C.S. Lewis, a famous author, for both adults and children wrote many books about Christianity.

    • C.S. Lewis, a famous author for both adults and children, wrote many books about Christianity.

    Correct Answer
    A. C.S. Lewis, a famous author for both adults and children, wrote many books about Christianity.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "C.S. Lewis, a famous author for both adults and children, wrote many books about Christianity." This answer correctly uses commas to set off the appositive phrase "a famous author for both adults and children" and to separate the introductory phrase "C.S. Lewis" from the main clause "wrote many books about Christianity." The use of commas helps to clarify the meaning and structure of the sentence.

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  • 8. 

    Yes I hope to go to the museum Mr. Darden.

    • Comma after yes

    • Comma after yes and before Mr. Darden

    • Comma before and after museum

    • Comma before Mr. Darden

    • No comma needed

    Correct Answer
    A. Comma after yes and before Mr. Darden
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Comma after yes and before Mr. Darden." In this sentence, the comma is needed to separate the introductory phrase "Yes, I hope to go to the museum" from the rest of the sentence. The comma helps to clarify the meaning and improve the flow of the sentence.

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  • 9. 

    Cold icy winds blew across the Great Plains.

    • Cold icy winds blew across the Great Plains.

    • Cold, icy winds blew across the Great Plains.

    • Cold, icy winds, blew across the Great Plains.

    • Cold icy winds blew, across the Great Plains.

    Correct Answer
    A. Cold, icy winds blew across the Great Plains.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Cold, icy winds blew across the Great Plains." The answer is correct because it properly uses commas to separate the adjectives "cold" and "icy" to describe the winds. The word "blew" is correctly placed after the adjectives, and there is no need for a comma after "blew" because it is part of the verb phrase "blew across." The phrase "the Great Plains" is correctly placed at the end of the sentence.

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  • 10. 
                                             The fiesty fire ant becomes quite agressive when his nest is disturbed. - ProProfs

                                             The fiesty fire ant becomes quite agressive when his nest is disturbed.

    • The fiesty fire ant becomes quite agressive when his nest is disturbed.

    • The fiesty fire ant becomes quite agressive, when his nest is disturbed.

    • The fiesty, fire ant becomes quite agressive when his nest is disturbed.

    • The fiesty, fire ant, becomes quite agressive when his nest is disturbed.

    Correct Answer
    A. The fiesty fire ant becomes quite agressive when his nest is disturbed.
  • 11. 

    Elaine played the piano and we danced.

    • Elaine played the piano and we danced.

    • Elaine played the piano, and we danced.

    • Elaine, played the piano, and we danced.

    • Elaine, played the piano and we danced.

    Correct Answer
    A. Elaine played the piano and we danced.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Elaine played the piano and we danced." This sentence is grammatically correct and follows the standard rules of punctuation. It uses the coordinating conjunction "and" to connect the two independent clauses, "Elaine played the piano" and "we danced." The other options either have unnecessary commas or incorrect punctuation, making them grammatically incorrect.

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  • 12. 

    The children were cold and impatient and hungry.

    • The children were cold and impatient and hungry.

    • The children, were cold and impatient and hungry.

    • The children were cold, and impatient, and hungry.

    • The children were cold, and impatient and hungry.

    Correct Answer
    A. The children were cold and impatient and hungry.
    Explanation
    The answer is correct because it accurately reflects the original sentence structure and punctuation. The sentence states that the children were experiencing three different conditions: cold, impatience, and hunger. The repetition of "and" between each condition emphasizes that they were experiencing all three simultaneously.

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