Punctuation

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What is a comma used for?

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A comma is used to make compound sentences, separate phrases or items in a list, coordinate adjectives, and/or provide extra information.

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What mark is used at the end of a question?

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A question mark is used at the end of a question.

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What are quotation marks used for?

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Quotation marks are used at the beginning and end of a phrase to show that it is being written exactly as it was originally said or written.

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What mark separates two independent clauses in a compound sentence?

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A semicolon separates two independent clauses in a compound sentence.

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What are parentheses used for?

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Parentheses are used to separate explanations or qualifying statements within a sentence.

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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 does an exclamation point indicate?

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An exclamation point indicates strong emotion or emphasis.

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What is the function of a colon?

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A colon is used to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation.

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What is the difference between a comma and a semicolon?

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A comma is used to separate items in a list or clauses, while a semicolon separates two independent clauses.

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When do you use quotation marks?

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Quotation marks are used when directly quoting someone or indicating dialogue.