1. In a compound sentence, use a comma before the coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).
2. Do not use a comma when only two words or phrases are joined by "and" or another conjunction.
3. Insert a comma after an introductory word, phrase, or clause to make the meaning clear.
Example: After the party, we went home.
Directions: Below is a paragraph about the Harlem Renaissance. Some sentences need corrections related to comma usage. Read each sentence carefully and either choose the correct answer or fill in the missing punctuation.
The Harlem Renaissance was a time of great cultural growth and change and it took place in the 1920s. During this period many African American artists musicians and writers moved to Harlem a neighborhood in New York City. Langston Hughes who was a famous poet was one of the most important figures of the Harlem Renaissance. He wrote about the struggles and joys of African American life. Jazz music also flourished during this time and it became an important part of the culture. The Harlem Renaissance was not just about art but it was about pride and self-expression too.
1. The Harlem Renaissance was a time of great cultural growth and change and it took place in the 1920s.
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2. During this period many African American artists musicians and writers moved to Harlem a neighborhood in New York City.
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3. Langston Hughes who was a famous poet was one of the most important figures of the Harlem Renaissance.
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4. Jazz music also flourished during this time and it became an important part of the culture.
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5. The Harlem Renaissance was not just about art and the movement was about pride and self-expression too.