Quotation Marks

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What are quotation marks?

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Quotation marks are punctuation marks used to show the exact words someone said.

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When do we use quotation marks?

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We use quotation marks to show direct speech or to highlight specific words.

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How do you write a sentence with quotation marks?

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You place quotation marks around the words that are spoken. For example: "I love ice cream," said Sam.

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What is the correct way to use quotation marks in a question?

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Quotation marks should be placed around the spoken question. For example: "Are you coming?" she asked.

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Where do quotation marks go in a sentence?

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Quotation marks go at the beginning and end of the spoken words.

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What punctuation goes inside quotation marks?

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Periods and commas usually go inside the quotation marks.

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What punctuation goes outside quotation marks?

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Colons and semicolons usually go outside the quotation marks.

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Can quotation marks be used for titles?

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Yes, quotation marks can be used to highlight the titles of short works like songs or articles.

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What is an example of a sentence with correct quotation marks?

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"I am happy," said Lily.

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What is an example of incorrect quotation marks?

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"I am happy, said Lily." (The quotation mark is missing at the end.)