Here are the sentences with the correct commas inserted.
1. Although I liked what you wrote about caring for your pet rat
, I have a suggestion you might want to consider.
2. Ever since you asked my opinion about the soccer field battle
, I’ve been mulling the situation over, trying to determine a logical consequence.
3. I don’t usually give unsolicited advice
, but this seems to me to be a special case.
4. I wouldn’t ordinarily presume to tell you how to behave
, but I’m concerned.
5. Your suggestion is excellent
, and I may regret not trying it
, but I’m going to try something else first.
6. May you live as long as you want
, and never want as long as you live!
7. On the occasion of your 16th birthday
, we send you our best wishes.
8. As you rightly pointed out
, a mistake has been made on your report card.
9. I don’t like it when you’re upset with me
, particularly since it was my fault.
10. If you are unable to make the meeting
, please let me know as soon as possible.
11. If you would like to discuss your report card
, I would be happy to do so at a time that is convenient for you.
12. If I can repay the kindness
, let me know.
13. Despite our last three reminders
, you have still been coming to school late.
14. In the first sentence
, refer to the topic of your paper.
15. People who haven’t written a letter in years use e-mail because of its ease
, directness
, and speed.
16. Check for accuracy
, spelling
, and punctuation before sending your e-mail.
17. As you are no doubt aware
, we are sold out.
18. If you require additional support
, please call the service department.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of middle school punctuation worksheet.