Punctuation Marks Review

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What is a colon used for?

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A colon is used to introduce a list, a quote, or to separate two independent clauses when the second explains or illustrates the first.

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How do you use commas in a list?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, and an 'and' is placed before the last item. Example: We ate chicken, rice, and carrots.

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What is the purpose of quotation marks?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate direct speech or a quotation. Example: "I love reading!" said Sarah.

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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. Example: What time is it?

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What is the correct way to use an apostrophe?

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An apostrophe is used to show possession or to form contractions. Example: Sarah's book (possession) or can't (contraction for cannot).

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate a pause in a sentence?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause in a sentence.

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How do you punctuate a direct quote?

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A direct quote is punctuated with quotation marks at the beginning and end, and punctuation marks are placed inside the quotation marks if they are part of the quote.

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What is the function of an exclamation mark?

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An exclamation mark is used to express strong emotion or emphasis. Example: Watch out!

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When should you 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 the difference between a period and a question mark?

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A period is used to end a declarative sentence, while a question mark is used to end an interrogative sentence.