Punctuation

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What is an apostrophe?

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A punctuation mark used as a substitute for a missing letter(s) in a word, such as in contractions (e.g., can't, it's).

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What punctuation mark is used at the end of a question?

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Question mark (?).

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What is a semicolon used for?

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A punctuation mark that separates two independent clauses in a compound sentence.

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What is a hyphen?

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A punctuation mark used between parts of a compound word or name, or to split words by syllables to fit on a line of text.

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What punctuation mark indicates the end of a declarative sentence?

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Period (.).

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What is the function of a comma?

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A punctuation mark used to separate items in a list, clauses, or to indicate a pause in a sentence.

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What is a quotation mark?

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Punctuation marks used to indicate the beginning and end of a direct quote or speech.

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What is an exclamation point?

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A punctuation mark used to express strong emotion or emphasis.

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What is a colon?

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A punctuation mark used to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation.

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What is the purpose of parentheses?

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Punctuation marks used to enclose additional information or clarifications.