How To Use Commas To Clarify Meaning
Using commas to clarify meaning.
How to use commas to clarify meaning. Sometimes if the meaning is clear either way commas are a matter of personal preference. Adding a comma can change the meaning of a sentence. This aims to teach children how to use punctuation and commas in ks2 to clarify and alter the meaning behind sentences. Each commas ks2 worksheet included in this activity all about using commas to clarify meaning is easy to print and is a great way to see how each child s understanding is progressing. Commas are a form of punctuation mark which can be used in numerous ways.
This is when they are first taught to use inverted commas for speech in upper key stage 2 using commas for parenthesis is taught most often in year 5. It highlights the importance of the comma as a punctuation device in sentences. We are learning how to use commas to clarify meaning and avoid ambiguity. We use commas when listing items. In many cases they avoid ambiguity in other words they make the meaning of a sentence clearer.
We tend to use more minimal punctuation today than we did in the past and editors don t always agree about whether a comma is necessary. Years 5 and 6 programme of study. Sarah bought an apple banana kiwi and orange. Here are a few ways commas can be used. Each ks2 commas worksheet has different examples of sentences that children need to read and then decide where to put the comma in helping to clarify the meaning of what has been said.
How commas can make the meaning of a phrase or sentence clearer. Using commas to clarify meaning and or to avoid ambiguity in writing. In a long sentence you can use commas to separate out extra information and make the sentence easier to read. Children will be assessed on their understanding of comma use in both ks1 and ks2. These commas do the same job as.
This resource contains 10 worksheets on using commas to clarify meaning and avoid ambiguity and national curriuclum. Set of 10 worksheets. At other times commas or the lack of them can change the meaning. They are also asked to explain how the meaning changes with the addition removal of commas. Many examples are provided within the powerpoint and pupils have the opportunity to identify where commas and pairs of commas should go in a sentence to clarify meaning.