Punctuation Marks

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What is a period?

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A punctuation mark (.) used at the end of a sentence to show it is complete.

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What is a question mark?

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A punctuation mark (?) used at the end of a question.

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What is an exclamation mark?

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A punctuation mark (!) used to show strong feelings or excitement.

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What is a comma?

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A punctuation mark (,) used to separate items in a list or to pause in a sentence.

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When do we use a period?

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We use a period at the end of a statement or command.

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When do we use a question mark?

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We use a question mark at the end of a sentence that asks something.

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When do we use an exclamation mark?

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We use an exclamation mark to show excitement or strong emotion.

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What does a comma do in a list?

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A comma separates items in a list to make it clear.

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Can a sentence have more than one punctuation mark?

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Yes, but usually only one punctuation mark is used at the end of a sentence.

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What is the purpose of punctuation marks?

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Punctuation marks help us understand the meaning and flow of sentences.