Grammar, Usage, Mechanics

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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 subject in a sentence?

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The subject is the part of a sentence that tells who or what the sentence is about. It usually includes a noun or pronoun.

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that describes an action, occurrence, or state of being. Examples include 'run', 'is', and 'think'.

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence must have a subject and a verb and express a complete thought. For example, 'The dog barks.'

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What is a comma used for?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, or to set off clauses.

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What is the purpose of a question mark?

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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 incorrect punctuation?

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Incorrect punctuation occurs when punctuation marks are used improperly, leading to confusion or misinterpretation of the sentence.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction. For example, 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is an exclamation point?

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An exclamation point is used at the end of a sentence to express strong emotion or emphasis.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunctions.