Commas

Directions: Correct any comma errors in the sentences below.  Leave the sentence alone if it is correct.

1.     We rafted the Eel River but did not encounter many rapids.

2.     The ginkgo tree whose leave turn bright yellow in the fall came to this country from the far east.

3.     The villagers enjoyed fairs festivals and good conversation.

4.     When the intermission was over the members of the audience moved back to their seats.

5.     Many 70's mega-rock bands are reuniting for big-money tours.  The band Van Halen for example recently announced a series of stadium shows to begin in September.