ACT Prep: Grammar and Punctuation

Front

What punctuation mark is used at the end of a sentence that shows strong emotion?

Back

!

Front

What is the term for the punctuation mark that indicates the end of a declarative sentence?

Back

Full Stop

Front

What punctuation is often referred to as inverted commas and is used when quoting someone else's words?

Back

Quotation Marks

Front

What punctuation mark is used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence?

Back

Semicolon (;)

Front

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

Back

Comma (,)

Front

What punctuation mark is used to indicate a question?

Back

Question Mark (?)

Front

What is the purpose of an exclamation mark?

Back

To express strong emotion or emphasis.

Front

What punctuation should be omitted in the sentence: 'Wise men, don't need advice; fools, don't take it.'?

Back

The commas after 'men' and 'fools'.

Front

What punctuation mark is used to introduce a list or explanation?

Back

Colon (:)

Front

What is the function of apostrophes in English?

Back

To indicate possession or to form contractions.