Commas with yes, no, and names
Use commas to set off the words yes and no, to set off tag questions, and to indicate direct address in sentences
Lesson
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Use commas around yes/no, direct address and a tag question.
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BBC Bitesize · Practice link — not the full lesson
KS2 English
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KS2 English supports Commas with yes, no, and names. An adult previews and guides; this is a learning page, not a scored quiz.
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Check understanding
- Write sentences using commas with yes and no at the beginning such as 'Yes, I understand'
- Punctuate tag questions correctly such as 'It's cold today, isn't it?'
- Use commas to set off names in direct address such as 'Sarah, please pass the salt'
“When your child writes dialogue or a letter and addresses someone by name — like "Yes, Mum, I did tidy my room" — do they use commas correctly around the name and around words like "yes" or "no"?”
Curriculum record
- Type
- Procedural
- Subject
- English
- Domain
- Grammar & Punctuation
- Age range
- Ages 9–11
Standards