Dialogue

Front

What are quotation marks?

Back

Quotation marks are punctuation marks used to indicate the exact words spoken by someone. They look like this: " ".

Front

How do you use quotation marks in a sentence?

Back

You place quotation marks around the exact words spoken. For example: "I love reading!" said Sarah.

Front

What punctuation mark goes before and after the speaker's exact words?

Back

Quotation marks.

Front

What is the first word of a quotation?

Back

The first word of a quotation should always be capitalized.

Front

Which of the following is a correct use of quotation marks?

Back

"That's just great," Ms. Anderson cried out, "I can't find my keys!"

Front

What is incorrect about this sentence: "I am eating my lunch?" said Mrs. Rickabaugh?

Back

The question mark should not be used at the end of the spoken words because it is not a question.

Front

What do you do with the first word of each sentence in a quotation?

Back

You capitalize it.

Front

Can you use quotation marks for titles of short works?

Back

Yes, quotation marks are used for titles of short works like poems, articles, and songs.

Front

What is the purpose of using quotation marks?

Back

To show that the words inside them are spoken by someone or to indicate a title.

Front

What is an example of a sentence with quotation marks?

Back

"I can't believe it's already Friday!" exclaimed Tom.