Identifying Correct Quotation Usage

Identifying Correct Quotation Usage

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English

4th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the correct way to write a quotation that is a command?

Back

When writing a command in quotation marks, the first word should be capitalized, and the punctuation should be inside the quotation marks. Example: Mom shouted, "Look both ways before crossing the street!"

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How should a question be punctuated in a quotation?

Back

A question in quotation marks should have the first word capitalized and end with a question mark inside the quotation marks. Example: Ramona asked, "What is for lunch today?"

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the correct way to write a quotation that includes a question?

Back

When writing a quotation that includes a question, the first word should be capitalized, and the question mark should be inside the quotation marks. Example: Santa asked Jenny, "What would you like for Christmas, little girl?"

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you punctuate a statement in a quotation?

Back

A statement in quotation marks should have the first word capitalized and end with a period inside the quotation marks. Example: The customer said, "I will take a dozen donuts, please!"

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the rule for capitalization in quotations?

Back

The first word of a quotation should always be capitalized, regardless of whether it is a statement, question, or command.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What punctuation is used at the end of a quotation that is a question?

Back

A question mark is used at the end of a quotation that is a question, and it should be placed inside the quotation marks.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What punctuation is used at the end of a quotation that is a command?

Back

An exclamation mark is used at the end of a quotation that is a command, and it should be placed inside the quotation marks.

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