Punctuating Dialogue Check

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What is the correct way to punctuate dialogue when a speaker is introduced?

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Use a comma before the opening quotation mark. Example: Ms. Mayberry said, "You need to finish your DreamBox tasks."

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How should closing punctuation be placed in relation to quotation marks?

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The closing punctuation mark should be placed inside the closing quotation mark. Example: "Hello there!"

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What is a dialogue tag?

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A dialogue tag is a phrase that attributes speech to a speaker, such as 'he said' or 'she asked.'

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When a character speaks, should a new paragraph be started for each speaker?

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Yes, a new paragraph should be started for each new speaker.

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What is the purpose of quotation marks in dialogue?

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Quotation marks indicate the exact words spoken by a character.

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What is the correct punctuation for a question in dialogue?

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Use a question mark inside the quotation marks. Example: "Are you coming?" she asked.

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What is the correct way to punctuate a statement in dialogue?

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Use a period inside the quotation marks. Example: "I will finish my homework," he said.

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What happens if a dialogue tag interrupts a sentence?

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If a dialogue tag interrupts a sentence, use a comma before the tag and continue with a lowercase letter. Example: "I love reading," she said, "especially mysteries."

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What is the rule for punctuating exclamations in dialogue?

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Use an exclamation mark inside the quotation marks. Example: "Watch out!" he shouted.

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How do you punctuate a quote within a quote?

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Use single quotation marks for the inner quote. Example: "He said, 'I will be there soon.'"