Punctuation Marks

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What is a punctuation mark?

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A punctuation mark is a symbol used in writing to separate sentences and clarify meaning.

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate a strong feeling or command?

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The exclamation mark (!) is used to indicate strong feelings or commands.

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What punctuation mark is used to end a declarative sentence?

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The period (.) is used to end a declarative sentence.

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate a question?

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The question mark (?) is used to indicate a question.

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What is the function of a comma?

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A comma (,) is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate a pause longer than a comma but shorter than a period?

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The semicolon (;) is used to indicate a pause longer than a comma but shorter than a period.

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What punctuation mark is used to show possession?

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The apostrophe (') is used to show possession.

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What is the purpose of quotation marks?

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Quotation marks (" ") are used to indicate direct speech or quotations.

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What punctuation mark is used to separate independent clauses?

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The semicolon (;) is used to separate independent clauses that are closely related.

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate a list?

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The colon (:) is often used to introduce a list.