Quotation Marks

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What are quotation marks?

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Quotation marks are punctuation marks used to show the exact words someone said.

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When do we use quotation marks?

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We use quotation marks to enclose direct speech or a quote.

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How do you write a sentence with quotation marks?

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You place quotation marks around the words that are spoken. For example: "I love ice cream," she said.

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What is the correct way to use quotation marks with punctuation?

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Punctuation marks like commas and periods go inside the quotation marks.

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What is an example of a sentence with correct quotation marks?

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He said, "Let's go to the park!"

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What do we call the words inside quotation marks?

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The words inside quotation marks are called a quote or direct speech.

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How do you show a question in a quote?

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You can show a question in a quote by using a question mark inside the quotation marks. For example: "Are you coming?" she asked.

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What is the difference between single and double quotation marks?

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Double quotation marks are used for direct speech, while single quotation marks are often used for quotes within quotes.

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What should you do if a quote is at the end of a sentence?

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If a quote is at the end of a sentence, place the punctuation inside the quotation marks. For example: "I love reading."

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Can you use quotation marks for titles?

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Yes, we use quotation marks for short titles of articles, songs, or chapters.