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 the purpose of a period (.)?

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A period is used to indicate the end of a declarative sentence.

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What does a question mark (?) signify?

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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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When should you use an exclamation point (!) in a sentence?

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

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What is a comma (,) used for?

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A comma is used to separate items in a list, to indicate a pause, or to separate clauses in a sentence.

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What is the difference between a question mark and an exclamation point?

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A question mark indicates a question, while an exclamation point indicates strong emotion or emphasis.

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Can you give an example of a sentence that ends with a period?

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Sure! 'I love to read books.'

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What is the function of a semicolon (;) in writing?

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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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How do quotation marks (" ") function in a sentence?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate direct speech or to highlight specific words or phrases.

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

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A comma is typically used to indicate a pause in a sentence.