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. Common punctuation marks include periods, commas, question marks, and exclamation points.

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What is the purpose of a comma?

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Commas are used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, or set off clauses.

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When should you use a period?

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

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What is a possessive apostrophe?

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A possessive apostrophe shows ownership. For example, in 'Max's hat', the apostrophe indicates that the hat belongs to Max.

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How do you punctuate a compound sentence?

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In a compound sentence, use a comma before the conjunction (like 'and', 'but', or 'or') that connects two independent clauses.

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What is the correct way to punctuate a list?

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Use commas to separate items in a list, and place 'and' before the last item.

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When is it correct to use a semicolon?

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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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What is an exclamation point used for?

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

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How do you use quotation marks?

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

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What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

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'Its' is a possessive form meaning 'belonging to it', while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has'.