Punctuation Review #1 (TR)

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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. Common punctuation marks include periods, commas, question marks, and exclamation points.

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What is the purpose of a period?

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A period (.) is used to indicate the end of a declarative sentence or a complete thought.

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What punctuation mark is used to separate items in a list?

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Commas (,) are used to separate items in a list.

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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, separate items in a list, or set off clauses.

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate strong emotion?

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An exclamation point (!) is used to indicate strong emotion or emphasis.

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What punctuation mark is used to ask a question?

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A question mark (?) is used at the end of a sentence to indicate that it is a question.

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What is a semicolon used for?

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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 colon and a semicolon?

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A colon (:) introduces a list, explanation, or quotation, while a semicolon (;) connects related independent clauses.

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What is the correct way to punctuate a list?

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In a list, use commas to separate items, and place an 'and' before the last item, e.g., apples, oranges, and bananas.

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What punctuation is used to indicate a pause in a sentence?

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Commas (,) are often used to indicate a pause in a sentence.