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 ideas. Examples 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 or to separate items in a list.

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When should you use a period?

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A period is used at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate that the thought is complete.

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What does an exclamation point indicate?

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An exclamation point is used to show strong emotion or emphasis in a sentence.

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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, and bananas.

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What is a direct quote?

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

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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 rule for using commas before conjunctions?

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A comma is often used before conjunctions (like 'and' or 'but') when connecting two independent clauses.

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What is the difference between a period and a question mark?

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A period ends a statement, while a question mark ends a question.

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How do you punctuate a quote within a sentence?

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When quoting someone, use quotation marks around the quote and place punctuation inside the quotation marks if it is part of the quote.