11th Grade First Semester Exam

Front

What is the correct punctuation for direct quotes?

Back

Use a comma before the opening quotation mark. Example: She said, "I can't wait for the weekend."

Front

What character trait does Scrooge exhibit when approached for charity?

Back

Greedy

Front

Why is Bob Cratchit eager to leave work on Christmas Eve?

Back

It is Christmas Eve.

Front

When should a semicolon be used in a sentence?

Back

A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses.

Front

How is an apostrophe used to show possession?

Back

An apostrophe is used to indicate that something belongs to someone. Example: The children's toys.

Front

What is the function of a semicolon in a sentence?

Back

A semicolon connects two independent clauses that are closely related.

Front

What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

Back

'Its' is possessive; 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is'.

Front

What punctuation is used to introduce a list?

Back

A colon is used to introduce a list.

Front

What is the rule for using commas in a series?

Back

Use commas to separate items in a list of three or more.

Front

What is the purpose of quotation marks?

Back

Quotation marks are used to indicate direct speech or quotations.