Quotation marks in sentences

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What are quotation marks?

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Quotation marks are punctuation marks used to indicate the exact words spoken or written by someone.

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When should quotation marks be used?

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Quotation marks should be used to enclose direct speech, quotations, or titles of short works.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with quotation marks?

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The punctuation marks (like commas and periods) should be placed inside the quotation marks if they are part of the quoted material.

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What is the correct placement of quotation marks in dialogue?

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Quotation marks should be placed at the beginning and end of the spoken words.

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Identify the error: "I love reading," she said, "especially mysteries."

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Correct as is; this sentence uses quotation marks properly.

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Identify the error: He said, "I will go to the store" later.

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The sentence is correct; the quotation marks are used properly.

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What is the purpose of using quotation marks in writing?

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Quotation marks indicate that the text within them is a direct quote or dialogue.

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How do you indicate a quote within a quote?

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Use single quotation marks for the inner quote, e.g., "He said, 'Hello.'"

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What is the difference between double and single quotation marks?

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Double quotation marks are used for direct quotes, while single quotation marks are often used for quotes within quotes.

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What is an example of incorrect quotation mark usage?

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Incorrect: He said, "I love pizza. Incorrect punctuation." Correct: He said, "I love pizza."