Dialogue Punctuation

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What is dialogue punctuation?

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Dialogue punctuation refers to the use of quotation marks and other punctuation marks to indicate spoken words in writing.

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When should you use quotation marks?

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Quotation marks are used to enclose the exact words spoken by a person.

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate the end of a spoken sentence?

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A period (.) is used to indicate the end of a spoken sentence when it is inside the quotation marks.

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How do you punctuate a question in dialogue?

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If the spoken sentence is a question, use a question mark (?) inside the quotation marks.

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What is the correct way to write: Rhonda said, I love dogs?

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The correct way is: Rhonda said, "I love dogs."

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How do you capitalize the first word in a quotation?

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The first word in a quotation should always be capitalized.

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What is the correct punctuation for: Jamal exclaimed, Eigth grade is the best year yet!

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The correct punctuation is: Jamal exclaimed, "Eighth grade is the best year yet!"

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What is the rule for punctuation when a sentence ends with a quotation?

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If a sentence ends with a quotation, the punctuation mark (like a period or question mark) should be placed inside the quotation marks.

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How do you write a question in dialogue?

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You write a question in dialogue by placing the question inside quotation marks and ending it with a question mark.

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What is incorrect about: The teacher warned us, that a surprise quiz was coming?

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The incorrect part is the comma before 'that'; it should be removed.