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 exclamation points.

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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 period?

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

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What is an apostrophe used for?

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An apostrophe is used to show possession (e.g., the dog's leash) or to form contractions (e.g., can't for cannot).

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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, for example: I bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes.

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What is a semicolon?

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A semicolon is a punctuation mark used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

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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 sentence that asks a question.

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What is the function of quotation marks?

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

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What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

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'Its' is a possessive form meaning 'belonging to it,' while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has.'

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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 an explanation.