Commas for lists: rat
The Grammar Bit!
Read the three sentences opposite. They each contain a list of three or more items or actions.
In each list sentence, you’ll notice that commas (bold) have been used to separate the individual items or actions. It is usual to replace the comma between the final two items/actions with the coordinating conjunction ‘and.’
With your talk partner, read each sentence aloud and add a new item or action to the list. Where there is a comma, clap your hands.
Scintillating Sentences
1) At the party, the opportunistic rat nibbled on a half-eaten mince pie, some crisps and a tasty pretzel.
2) The mother rat scurried up the cracker, around the table and along the wall to her nest.
3) A rat is a highly intelligent creature that possesses an excellent memory, a great sense of curiosity and many creative talents.
Did you know?
Rats have long front teeth called incisors. Unlike human teeth, they don’t have roots and never stop growing. They must nibble constantly on things to keep them short.