Punctuation Review

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What is punctuation?

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Punctuation refers to the marks used in writing that help clarify meaning and separate linguistic units. Examples include periods, commas, question marks, and exclamation points.

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What is the purpose of a comma?

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Commas are used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, and to set off clauses or phrases.

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When should you use a semicolon?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

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What is the difference between a period and a comma?

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A period indicates the end of a sentence, while a comma indicates a pause within a sentence.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought.

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How do you use quotation marks?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate the exact words spoken or written by someone else.

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What is the function of an exclamation point?

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An exclamation point is used to express strong emotion or emphasis.

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When should you use a colon?

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A colon is used to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation.

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What is the rule for using commas in a list?

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In a list, commas are used to separate items, and a conjunction (like 'and') is used before the last item.