Understand how to use the comma for lists, to separate a dependent clause from an independent clause, and in dialogue

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Understand how to use the comma for lists, to separate a dependent clause from an independent clause, and in dialogue.

Code

AC9E6LA09

Year level

Year 6

Subject

English

Strand

Language

Sub-strand

Language for expressing and developing ideas

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Learning intention

We are learning to understand how to use the comma for lists, to separate a dependent clause from an independent clause, and in dialogue.

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Understand how to use the comma for lists, to separate a dependent clause from an   clause, and in dialogue.

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