Punctuation

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What is punctuation?

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Punctuation refers to the marks used in writing to separate sentences and clarify meaning.

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What is the purpose of a period (.)?

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

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What does an exclamation mark (!) show?

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An exclamation mark shows strong feelings or excitement.

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What is a question mark (?) used for?

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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 a comma (,) used for?

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A comma is used to separate items in a list or to pause in a sentence.

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

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A comma (,) is used to show a pause.

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How do you punctuate a sentence that expresses excitement?

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You use an exclamation mark (!) at the end.

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What punctuation do you use at the end of a question?

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You use a question mark (?) at the end.

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What punctuation mark is used to separate two independent clauses?

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A semicolon (;) is used to separate two independent clauses.

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate a direct address?

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A comma (,) is used to indicate a direct address.