Problem Overview:
The task involves rewriting sentences and adding commas where needed, specifically after the words "yes," "no," or "sure." The hint provided states that when a sentence begins with "yes," "no," or "sure," it is followed by a comma.
Solution:
#### Part 1: Rewrite each sentence and put commas where needed.
1.
Original Sentence: No I won't be able to attend the final game.
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Rewritten Sentence: No, I won't be able to attend the final game.
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Explanation: The word "No" is at the beginning of the sentence, so a comma is added after it.
2.
Original Sentence: Yes you should add one more egg to the cake batter.
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Rewritten Sentence: Yes, you should add one more egg to the cake batter.
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Explanation: The word "Yes" is at the beginning of the sentence, so a comma is added after it.
3.
Original Sentence: Sure we would love to go with you to the concert.
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Rewritten Sentence: Sure, we would love to go with you to the concert.
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Explanation: The word "Sure" is at the beginning of the sentence, so a comma is added after it.
#### Part 2: Answer each question with 'yes,' 'no,' or 'sure' and put the comma where it is needed.
4.
Question: Do you have a favorite sport?
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Answer: Yes, I do.
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Explanation: The answer begins with "Yes," so a comma is added after it.
5.
Question: Do you like green vegetables?
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Answer: No, I don't.
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Explanation: The answer begins with "No," so a comma is added after it.
6.
Question: Would you like another serving?
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Answer: Sure, I would.
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Explanation: The answer begins with "Sure," so a comma is added after it.
Final Answers:
1. No, I won't be able to attend the final game.
2. Yes, you should add one more egg to the cake batter.
3. Sure, we would love to go with you to the concert.
4. Yes, I do.
5. No, I don't.
6. Sure, I would.
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{aligned}
1. & \text{ No, I won't be able to attend the final game.} \\
2. & \text{ Yes, you should add one more egg to the cake batter.} \\
3. & \text{ Sure, we would love to go with you to the concert.} \\
4. & \text{ Yes, I do.} \\
5. & \text{ No, I don't.} \\
6. & \text{ Sure, I would.}
\end{aligned}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of punctuation worksheet grade 5.
