Punctuating Dialogue

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English
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7th - 8th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is dialogue punctuation?
Back
Dialogue punctuation refers to the rules and conventions used to punctuate spoken words in writing, ensuring clarity and proper attribution to the speaker.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you punctuate a sentence that ends with a quotation?
Back
If a sentence ends with a quotation, the punctuation mark (like a period or exclamation mark) should be placed inside the quotation marks.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct way to attribute dialogue to a speaker?
Back
Attributing dialogue to a speaker typically involves using a comma before the attribution and starting the attribution with a lowercase letter unless it begins with a proper noun.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use a comma in dialogue?
Back
A comma is used in dialogue when the spoken words are followed by an attribution (e.g., 'he said', 'she asked').
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct punctuation for a question in dialogue?
Back
If the spoken words are a question, the question mark should be placed inside the quotation marks.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you punctuate dialogue that is interrupted?
Back
When dialogue is interrupted by an attribution, use a comma before the attribution and continue the dialogue after the attribution, starting with a lowercase letter.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the rule for capitalizing the first word in dialogue?
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The first word of a complete sentence in dialogue should be capitalized, but if it follows an attribution, it should be lowercase unless it's a proper noun.
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