Week 15 - Punctuation

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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 a parenthetical element?

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A parenthetical element is a word, phrase, or clause that adds information to a sentence but can be removed without changing the sentence's main meaning. It is usually set off by commas.

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How do you make a sentence exclamatory?

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To make a sentence exclamatory, you can add an exclamation point at the end of the sentence to express strong emotion or excitement.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause, which adds additional information.

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What is the purpose of commas in a sentence?

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

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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 can you revise a sentence to include a parenthetical element?

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You can revise a sentence by inserting a phrase that adds extra information and setting it off with commas.

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What is an example of an exclamatory sentence?

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An example of an exclamatory sentence is: 'What a beautiful day it is!'

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What is the difference between a simple and a complex sentence?

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A simple sentence contains only one independent clause, while a complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.