Dialogue Review

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What is a speech tag?

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A speech tag is a phrase that attributes a quote to a speaker, indicating who is speaking.

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Identify the correct punctuation for dialogue.

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Dialogue should be enclosed in quotation marks, and a comma is used before the speech tag.

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What is the purpose of using different speech tags?

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Different speech tags help convey the tone and manner of speaking, such as 'whispered' or 'shouted'.

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What should you avoid when using speech tags?

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Avoid using 'said' too often, as it can make writing repetitive.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a speech tag at the end?

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Place a comma before the closing quotation marks and then add the speech tag.

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What is the correct format for a sentence with dialogue?

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The sentence should start with a capital letter, have the dialogue in quotation marks, and end with appropriate punctuation.

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What is an example of a speech tag?

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Examples include 'said', 'asked', 'exclaimed', and 'whispered'.

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How do you write a sentence with dialogue that includes an exclamation?

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Use an exclamation mark inside the quotation marks and follow it with a speech tag.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect speech?

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Direct speech quotes the exact words spoken, while indirect speech paraphrases what was said.

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What punctuation is used to separate dialogue from the speech tag?

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A comma is used to separate the dialogue from the speech tag.