Punctuation in Essay Writing Flashcard

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Purpose of commas in a sentence?

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Separate items in a list, set off introductory phrases, separate independent clauses, and set off non-essential information.

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How do commas improve sentence clarity?

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Commas separate elements, enhancing clarity.

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Use of question marks in essays?

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At the end of direct questions or to indicate uncertainty.

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Role of apostrophes in essays?

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Indicate possession (e.g. dog's bone) and form contractions (e.g. can't, don't).

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Apostrophes for contractions in English writing

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Use apostrophes for contractions in English writing.