Surprise Punctuation Attack!

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What is punctuation?

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Punctuation refers to the marks used in writing that help clarify meaning and separate linguistic units. Common punctuation marks include periods, commas, colons, semicolons, and dashes.

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What is the purpose of a comma?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, or to set off clauses and phrases.

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When should a semicolon be used?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

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What is a colon used for?

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A colon is used to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation that follows an independent clause.

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What is a conjunctive adverb?

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A conjunctive adverb is a word that connects two independent clauses and shows the relationship between them, often requiring a semicolon before it.

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What is the difference between a colon and a semicolon?

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A colon introduces information that elaborates on the preceding clause, while a semicolon connects two independent clauses that are closely related.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.

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How do you punctuate a list?

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Items in a list are typically separated by commas, and a conjunction (like 'and' or 'or') is used before the last item.

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What is the role of dashes in writing?

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Dashes are used to create emphasis, indicate a break in thought, or set off additional information.