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Section 4. Commas

Additional Test 4. Using commas with coordinating conjunctions (IA)

Additional Test 4. Using commas with coordinating conjunctions (IA)

Combine each pair of sentences into one sentence using a coordinating conjunction (and, but, for, nor, or, so, yet) and the correct punctuation. Change lowercase letters to capitals as necessary.

This activity contains 10 questions.

	This question provides a text area where you can enter a response. Some text has been provided in the text area.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end. The common cold is a minor respiratory infection caused by viruses. No pill or "shot" will cure it.

	This question provides a text area where you can enter a response. Some text has been provided in the text area.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end. Mild colds may last only two or three days. Severe colds can last as long as two weeks.

	This question provides a text area where you can enter a response. Some text has been provided in the text area.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end. You can catch a cold by shaking hands. You might pick up a cold virus by touching something that someone with a cold has touched.

	This question provides a text area where you can enter a response. Some text has been provided in the text area.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end. Colds are highly contagious. If someone you know has a cold, try not to use the same dishes, glasses, or telephone.

	This question provides a text area where you can enter a response. Some text has been provided in the text area.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end. Many people believe that being cold or chilled can lead to catching a cold. Studies have shown that colds are not more frequent or severe as a result of becoming cold or chilled.

	This question provides a text area where you can enter a response. Some text has been provided in the text area.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end. Over-the-counter medications may ease the symptoms. Colds usually get better within a few days to weeks, whether or not you take medication.

	This question provides a text area where you can enter a response. Some text has been provided in the text area.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end. Some doctors recommend vitamin C and zinc to prevent colds. Some suggest that patients take larger amounts when they begin to get cold symptoms.

	This question provides a text area where you can enter a response. Some text has been provided in the text area.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end. It is not known whether vitamin C is really helpful. It has not been established that zinc is a true remedy.

	This question provides a text area where you can enter a response. Some text has been provided in the text area.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end. Throat lozenges may be helpful in soothing an irritated throat. They don't take the cold away.

	This question provides a text area where you can enter a response. Some text has been provided in the text area.   To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end. It's best not to take antibiotics. They are useless in fighting common colds.

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