Ending Punctuation

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What is ending punctuation?

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Ending punctuation is the mark used at the end of a sentence to show how it should be read. The three types are a period (.), exclamation mark (!), and question mark (?)

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When do you use a period (.)?

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A period is used at the end of a statement or a command.

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When do you use an exclamation mark (!) ?

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An exclamation mark is used to show strong feelings or excitement.

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When do you use a question mark (?)?

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A question mark is used at the end of a sentence that asks a question.

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What is the correct ending punctuation for this sentence: 'I love ice cream'

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The correct ending punctuation is a period (.).

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What is the correct ending punctuation for this sentence: 'Watch out!'

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The correct ending punctuation is an exclamation mark (!).

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What is the correct ending punctuation for this question: 'Are you coming?'

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The correct ending punctuation is a question mark (?).

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What should you capitalize in the sentence: 'sally went to the park'?

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You should capitalize 'Sally'.

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What should you capitalize in the sentence: 'my dog is named max'?

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You should capitalize 'Max'.

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What is the first word of a sentence?

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The first word of a sentence should always be capitalized.