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 quotation marks.

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What is the purpose of a comma?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, or to set off clauses.

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When should you use a question mark?

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A question mark is used at the end of a direct question.

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What is a direct quotation?

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A direct quotation is the exact words spoken or written by someone, enclosed in quotation marks.

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How should titles of books, movies, and artworks be punctuated?

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Titles of books, movies, and artworks should be underlined or italicized.

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What is the rule for punctuating dialogue?

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In dialogue, punctuation marks such as commas and periods are placed inside the quotation marks.

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What is the difference between a period and a comma?

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A period indicates the end of a sentence, while a comma indicates a pause within a sentence.

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How do you punctuate a list?

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Items in a list are separated by commas, and an 'and' is used before the last item.

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What is an exclamation mark used for?

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

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When should you use quotation marks?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate direct speech, quotations, or titles of short works.