Basic Punctuation

Which of these requires a period at the end?

• a question

• a command

• an exclamation

• none of the above

Which of the following sentences should have an exclamation mark at the end instead of a period?

• Please come take this trash away.

• Watch out for that rattlesnake near your foot.

• I need a new set of earbuds.

• Let's meet back here in one hour.

Which of the following sentences needs a question mark instead of a period?

• Please tell me what time you will pick me up.

• I don't know how to fix this bike.

• Do you think I can pass the test.

• Put the broom back in the closet, Alan.

Which sentence contains a punctuation error?

• We picked beans, carrots, and tomatoes in the garden.

• Jessica, do you like cookies or cake.

• Michael left, but the rest of us stayed later.

• Hurry, we are about to miss the bus!

Which sentence contains a punctuation error?

• The Declaration of Independence was signed on July, 4, 1776.

• Mars, Venus, and Mercury are all planets located in our solar system.

• The mayor of Chicago, Illinois is a woman.

• Martin, don't forget to lock the car!

Which sentence contains a punctuation error?

• Participating in class and doing homework will help you be a better student.

• The wedding will be held on October 14 in Boston.

• Avery, can you find Luray, Virginia on a map?

• We put raisins nuts, chocolate chips and coconut in the cookies.

Which sentence contains a punctuation error?

• Orlando, Florida is a popular place for tourists to visit.

• The team warmed up by running laps, stretching, and lifting weights.

• Tell your sister that I can't come to her party Claire.

• I missed the bus this morning, so my dad had to drive me to school.

Which sentence contains a punctuation error?

• After we return from our vacation in Europe we will invite you over to show you pictures from our trip.

• My oldest sister, Katie, is a waitress at Olive Garden.

• What time do you want to leave for the concert?

• Every afternoon, as soon as I come home from school, I fix myself a snack.

Which sentence contains a punctuation error?

• If you see my missing backpack, will you please let me know?

• Don't forget to pack a raincoat and rain boots for our camping trip.

• Is San Diego California located on the Pacific coast?

• One member of the group is missing!

Which sentence contains a punctuation error?

• My house, the one with black shutters and a red door, is the only home on the street with a pool.

• We hiked, fished, and kayaked yesterday afternoon.

• Daniel, please show Tyrell how to change the water in the fish tank.

• I have basketball practice at the recreation center on Mondays Wednesdays, and Fridays.