Punctuation Marks

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What is a punctuation mark?

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A punctuation mark is a symbol used in writing to separate sentences and clarify meaning.

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What is the purpose of a period (.)?

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A period is used to indicate the end of a declarative sentence.

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate a question?

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A question mark (?) is used at the end of an interrogative sentence.

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What is the function of an exclamation mark (!)?

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An exclamation mark is used to express strong emotion or emphasis.

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What does a comma (,) do in a sentence?

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A comma is used to separate items in a list, clauses, or to indicate a pause.

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What is a semicolon (;) used for?

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A semicolon separates closely related independent clauses and can also be used in complex lists.

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What is the role of a colon (:) in writing?

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A colon introduces a list, a quote, or an explanation.

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What is an apostrophe (') used for?

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An apostrophe indicates possession or the omission of letters in contractions.

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What are quotation marks (" ") used for?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate direct speech or quotations.

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

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A dash (—) is used to indicate a pause or break in thought.