Commas in a Series

For each of the following sentences, choose the answer that adds commas where needed. If the sentence is correct, choose “Correct.”

For help with this exercise, see section 30a of Foundations First, Fifth Edition.

  1. Question

    We ordered a pizza with pepperoni mushrooms anchovies and extra cheese.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

    Commas in a Series: For each of the following sentences, choose the answer that adds commas where needed. If the sentence is correct, choose “Correct.” - We ordered a pizza with pepperoni mushrooms anchovies and extra cheese.
  2. Question

    You can wear a dress or a pants suit or a skirt and jacket to the job interview.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

    Commas in a Series: For each of the following sentences, choose the answer that adds commas where needed. If the sentence is correct, choose “Correct.” - You can wear a dress or a pants suit or a skirt and jacket to the job interview.
  3. Question

    Ginny is cooking the main dish Bruce is making the salad and the twins are setting the table.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

    Commas in a Series: For each of the following sentences, choose the answer that adds commas where needed. If the sentence is correct, choose “Correct.” - Ginny is cooking the main dish Bruce is making the salad and the twins are setting the table.
  4. Question

    Three movies set in New York City are Taxi Driver, Wall Street and The Godfather.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

    Commas in a Series: For each of the following sentences, choose the answer that adds commas where needed. If the sentence is correct, choose “Correct.” - Three movies set in New York City are Taxi Driver, Wall Street and The Godfather.
  5. Question

    This house has four bedrooms, is equipped with central air-conditioning, and includes a finished basement.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

    Commas in a Series: For each of the following sentences, choose the answer that adds commas where needed. If the sentence is correct, choose “Correct.” - This house has four bedrooms, is equipped with central air-conditioning, and includes a finished basement.
  6. Question

    They brought food, water, mosquito repellent sunscreen, a compass and a map along on the hike.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

    Commas in a Series: For each of the following sentences, choose the answer that adds commas where needed. If the sentence is correct, choose “Correct.” - They brought food, water, mosquito repellent sunscreen, a compass and a map along on the hike.
  7. Question

    Bob collected the money at the door, Tara showed the audience members to their seats and Vinnie acted as master of ceremonies.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

    Commas in a Series: For each of the following sentences, choose the answer that adds commas where needed. If the sentence is correct, choose “Correct.” - Bob collected the money at the door, Tara showed the audience members to their seats and Vinnie acted as master of ceremonies.
  8. Question

    Marissa pinned on the pattern, and cut the cloth, and sewed the skirt in under an hour.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

    Commas in a Series: For each of the following sentences, choose the answer that adds commas where needed. If the sentence is correct, choose “Correct.” - Marissa pinned on the pattern, and cut the cloth, and sewed the skirt in under an hour.
  9. Question

    We can take a bus a train or a cab to the airport.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

    Commas in a Series: For each of the following sentences, choose the answer that adds commas where needed. If the sentence is correct, choose “Correct.” - We can take a bus a train or a cab to the airport.
  10. Question

    Ricky played the saxophone, Antoine was on bass, and Shana sang the vocals.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

    Commas in a Series: For each of the following sentences, choose the answer that adds commas where needed. If the sentence is correct, choose “Correct.” - Ricky played the saxophone, Antoine was on bass, and Shana sang the vocals.