Punctuation

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What is a comma?

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A punctuation mark (,) used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

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What is a semicolon?

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A punctuation mark (;) used to connect independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

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What is a colon?

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A punctuation mark (:) used to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation.

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True or False: Semicolons can link independent clauses.

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True.

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True or False: Colons are used to introduce a list.

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True.

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True or False: Commas can be used to separate adjectives that describe the same noun.

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True.

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What is the purpose of a period?

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A punctuation mark (.) used to indicate the end of a declarative sentence.

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What is an exclamation mark?

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A punctuation mark (!) used to express strong emotion or emphasis.

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What is a question mark?

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A punctuation mark (?) used at the end of a direct question.

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What is the difference between a colon and a semicolon?

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A colon introduces lists or explanations, while a semicolon connects closely related independent clauses.