Second Quarter DOL 6-11 Flashcard

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What is the correct way to punctuate a quotation?

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The correct way to punctuate a quotation is: “I would love to go to the mall,” Paula said, “but I don’t have any money.”

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When should you capitalize the first word of a quotation that follows attribution?

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You should not capitalize the first word of the quotation unless it is 'I', a proper noun, or the start of a new sentence.

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What is a semicolon used for?

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A semicolon is used to connect two independent clauses that are closely related. Example: I am going to the Mall of America; I plan to shop until I drop.

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How do you identify the subject of a sentence?

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The subject of a sentence is the person or thing that performs the action. Example: In 'Joe asked, "Where should we go?"', 'Joe' is the subject.

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What is the correct punctuation for dialogue?

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The correct punctuation for dialogue includes quotation marks around the spoken words. Example: Sarah said, "Let's go to lunch."

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What is the purpose of using quotation marks?

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

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a particular person, place, or organization, and it is always capitalized.

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What is the difference between a period and a semicolon?

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A period ends a sentence, while a semicolon connects two related independent clauses.

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What is the rule for using commas in quotations?

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Commas should be placed inside the quotation marks when punctuating dialogue.