Punctuating Dialogue

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English
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5th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is dialogue punctuation?
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Dialogue punctuation refers to the use of specific punctuation marks to indicate spoken words in writing, such as quotation marks, commas, and exclamation points.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When do you use quotation marks in dialogue?
Back
Quotation marks are used to enclose the exact words spoken by a character.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What punctuation mark is used to indicate a pause in dialogue?
Back
A comma is used to indicate a pause in dialogue, especially before a dialogue tag (e.g., he said, she asked).
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you punctuate a question in dialogue?
Back
If a character asks a question, the question mark is placed inside the quotation marks.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dialogue tag?
Back
A dialogue tag is a phrase that attributes the spoken words to a character, such as 'he said' or 'she asked'.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you punctuate a statement in dialogue?
Back
A period is used at the end of a statement inside the quotation marks, unless it is followed by a dialogue tag.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct punctuation for this sentence: 'I love ice cream' she said?
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The correct punctuation is: 'I love ice cream,' she said.
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