Worksheet 1: Basic Comma Usage
Practice the fundamental rules of using commas to structure sentences clearly. Click below to print or save as a PDF.
Worksheet 1: Basic Comma Usage
Name: _________________________ Date: _________________________
1. Commas in a List
Add commas where they are needed in the sentences below. Use the Oxford comma (the comma before "and").
Original: I need to buy apples bananas and oranges.
Original: She enjoys reading writing and painting.
Original: We visited Paris London and Rome on our trip.
Original: The flag is red white and blue.
2. Commas with Coordinating Conjunctions
Combine the two sentences into one using the coordinating conjunction in parentheses. Remember to add a comma before the conjunction.
Original: He studied hard. He passed the exam. (so)
Original: She wanted to play outside. It was raining. (but)
Original: I could watch a movie. I could read a book. (or)
3. Commas After Introductory Elements
Add a comma after the introductory word or phrase in each sentence.
Original: After the game we went out for pizza.
Original: However he was not ready to leave.
Original: In the morning the birds started singing.
Original: To be honest I did not like the movie.