PUNCTUATION MARKS

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What is the origin of the word 'punctuation'?

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The word 'punctuation' is derived from the Latin word 'punctus', which means 'point'.

Front

Which punctuation mark is used to indicate a pause between two independent clauses?

Back

Semicolon.

Front

What punctuation mark is used to show possession or form contractions?

Back

Apostrophe.

Front

What is the purpose of quotation marks?

Back

Quotation marks are used to indicate quoted speech or text.

Front

What punctuation mark is used at the end of a declarative sentence?

Back

Period.

Front

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

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Colon.

Front

Which punctuation mark is used to indicate a continuation of thought or an omission?

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Ellipsis.

Front

What is the function of a comma in a sentence?

Back

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

Front

What punctuation mark is used to separate two independent clauses that are closely related?

Back

Semicolon.

Front

What is the difference between a period and an exclamation mark?

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A period indicates the end of a statement, while an exclamation mark indicates strong emotion or emphasis.