Hello, English learners! Welcome to a beginner’s guide on using commas and full stops! This video will help you improve your story and email writing for the Cambridge KET A2 exam. By paying attention to commas and full stops, you’ll be sure to get a better mark in your writing exam. Ready to start? Let's go!
00:00 Intro
04:25 Sample Story
06:45 Sample Email
In this video, we'll cover:
The importance of commas and full stops in writing
Using commas with connectors like 'so' and 'but'
Avoiding commas with the connector 'because'
Adding commas after periods of time
Applying these rules to stories and emails
First, we'll discuss how commas and full stops make sentences clear and easy to read. For example, when using 'so' and 'but' to connect complete sentences, a comma is needed before them. We'll illustrate this with examples and guide you through the process.
Next, we'll explain why you shouldn't use a comma with 'because' and highlight the importance of full stops at the end of sentences.
Then, we’ll show you how to use commas with periods of time, adding clarity to your sentences. For instance, after phrases like "After school," or "Later that day," you need a comma.
We’ll also demonstrate how to apply these punctuation rules in the Cambridge KET A2 writing exam by correcting a sample story and email. You'll learn to use commas, full stops, and capital letters correctly to make your writing clear and easy to understand.
By the end of this video, you'll know how to:
Use commas and full stops with connectors
Apply commas with periods of time
Improve your stories and emails for the Cambridge KET A2 exam
This video is packed with tips and examples to help you master punctuation in your writing. Thanks for watching, and see you next time!
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