Exercise: Using commas to set off items in a series

Revise any of the following sentences that require commas to set off words, phrases, or clauses in a series.

  1. The students donated clothing school supplies and nonperishable food.

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    The students donated clothing school supplies and nonperishable food.
  2. The hot humid weather did not stop the fans from flocking to the free outdoor concert.

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    The hot humid weather did not stop the fans from flocking to the free outdoor concert.
  3. The ball sailed over the fence across the yard and through the Wilsons’ window

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    The ball sailed over the fence across the yard and through the Wilsons’ window
  4. Several art historians inspected the Chinese terra-cotta figures.

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    Several art historians inspected the Chinese terra-cotta figures.
  5. The young athletes’ parents insist on calling every play judging every move and telling everyone within earshot exactly what is wrong with the team.

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    The young athletes’ parents insist on calling every play judging every move and telling everyone within earshot exactly what is wrong with the...