7th Punctuation Review

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What is the correct punctuation for dialogue?

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Use a comma before the closing quotation mark when introducing dialogue, e.g., “I can’t wait,” he exclaimed.

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How do you make a noun possessive?

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Add an apostrophe and 's' to the noun, e.g., Donald becomes Donald's.

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When do you use a semicolon?

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Use a semicolon to connect two independent clauses that are closely related, e.g., "My dog is fat; he eats too much food."

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When do you use a colon?

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Use a colon to introduce a list or explanation, e.g., "I need the following: bread, milk, and eggs."

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What is the correct punctuation for a quote within a sentence?

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Use commas to separate the quote from the rest of the sentence, e.g., She said, “It’s time to go.”

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What punctuation is used to indicate possession?

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An apostrophe is used to indicate possession, e.g., the cat's toy.

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What is the difference between a colon and a semicolon?

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A colon introduces a list or explanation, while a semicolon connects two related independent clauses.

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How do you punctuate a question in dialogue?

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Use a question mark inside the quotation marks, e.g., “Are you coming?” she asked.

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What is the rule for punctuating a quote at the end of a sentence?

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Place the punctuation mark inside the quotation marks, e.g., “This is amazing!”

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When is no punctuation needed in a sentence?

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No punctuation is needed when the sentence is complete and does not require additional clarification.