Punctuation Marks Flashcard

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What is a semicolon used for?

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A semicolon is used to separate two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

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

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A period (.) is used at the end of a sentence.

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What punctuation mark is used to separate items in a list?

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A colon (:) is used to separate items in a list.

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What does an exclamation mark express?

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An exclamation mark (!) expresses strong emotion.

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What punctuation mark is used to ask a question?

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A question mark (?) is used to ask a question.

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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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What punctuation mark is used to show a strong command or request?

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An exclamation mark (!) is used to show a strong command or request.

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What punctuation mark is used to introduce a quote?

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A colon (:) is often used to introduce a quote.

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What punctuation mark is used to connect two related sentences?

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A semicolon (;) is used to connect two related sentences.

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate a pause in a sentence?

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A comma (,) is used to indicate a pause in a sentence.