End Punctuation

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What is end punctuation?

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End punctuation refers to the marks used at the end of a sentence to indicate its completion. The three main types are periods, exclamation points, and question marks.

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What does a period (.) indicate?

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A period is used at the end of a declarative sentence, which states a fact or opinion.

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What does an exclamation point (!) indicate?

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An exclamation point is used at the end of a sentence to show strong emotion or excitement.

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What does a question mark (?) indicate?

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A question mark is used at the end of a sentence that asks a question.

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When do you use a period?

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You use a period at the end of a statement or command that is not a question or exclamation.

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When do you use an exclamation point?

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You use an exclamation point at the end of a sentence to express excitement, surprise, or strong feelings.

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When do you use a question mark?

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You use a question mark at the end of a sentence that asks something.

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Example of a sentence that ends with a period.

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I like to read books.

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Example of a sentence that ends with an exclamation point.

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Wow, that was amazing!

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Example of a sentence that ends with a question mark.

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What time is it?