Oxford comma Exercises

Question 1

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

Accepted Answer

I packed a jacket, an umbrella, and some snacks.

Answer

I packed a jacket, an umbrella and, some snacks.

Answer

I packed a jacket an umbrella and some snacks.

Question 2

Which sentence is ALSO correct, using the other accepted style?

Accepted Answer

I packed a jacket, an umbrella and some snacks.

Answer

I packed a jacket, an umbrella, and some snacks.

Answer

I packed a jacket, an umbrella, and, some snacks.

Question 3

Which IELTS-relevant statement about the Oxford comma is true?

Accepted Answer

Examiners accept either style, as long as it's used consistently.

Answer

Examiners require the Oxford comma in all lists.

Answer

Examiners forbid the Oxford comma in formal writing.

Question 4

Which sentence is genuinely ambiguous without the Oxford comma?

Accepted Answer

We dedicate this award to our sponsors, a local charity and our volunteers.

Answer

We invited the players, the coaches and the referees.

Answer

We packed sandwiches, crisps and fruit.

Question 5

Which sentence would most likely need the Oxford comma to avoid confusion?

Accepted Answer

I'd like to introduce my colleague, a brilliant designer and my old classmate.

Answer

For breakfast I had eggs, toast and juice.

Answer

The garden has roses, tulips and daisies.

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