Exploring Dialogue Writing and Punctuation

What is the main goal of the video tutorial?

• To discuss character development

• To teach how to write essays

• To review punctuation rules for dialogue

• To explain narrative writing

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CCSS.L.1.2B

CCSS.L.4.3B

CCSS.L.K.2B

What is the first rule of writing dialogue?

• Include narrative sentences

• Use adverbs in speech tags

• Use quotation marks to indicate spoken words

• Start a new paragraph for each speaker

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2C

CCSS.L.4.2B

CCSS.L.5.2D

Why is it important to start a new paragraph when changing speakers?

• To follow grammar rules

• To help the reader understand who is speaking

• To add more dialogue

• To make the text look longer

What should you do if a character's speech continues after a period?

• Use a semicolon

• Use a comma instead of a period

• Start a new paragraph

• Continue with a new sentence

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CCSS.L.3.2C

CCSS.L.4.2B

CCSS.L.5.2D

What is a speech tag?

• A punctuation mark

• A narrative sentence

• A phrase indicating who is speaking

• A type of dialogue

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CCSS.L.3.2C

CCSS.L.4.2B

CCSS.L.5.2D

How can you make speech tags more interesting?

• By avoiding punctuation

• By using only one type of speech tag

• By placing them differently and using adverbs

• By using the word 'said' repeatedly

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CCSS.L.3.2C

CCSS.L.4.2B

CCSS.L.6.3A

What is the purpose of including narrative sentences in dialogue?

• To make the dialogue longer

• To provide context and a full picture

• To avoid using speech tags

• To confuse the reader

What should you do if a character's speech is interrupted by a narrative sentence?

• Use a period before the narrative sentence

• Use a comma before the narrative sentence

• Start a new paragraph

• Use a semicolon before the narrative sentence

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

What is the sixth rule of writing dialogue?

• Use quotation marks

• Include narrative sentences

• Use adverbs in speech tags

• Start a new paragraph for each speaker

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CCSS.L.3.2C

CCSS.L.4.2B

CCSS.L.5.2D

What should you do after watching the video tutorial?

• Read a book

• Write an essay

• Create a new dialogue

• Submit a summary and hot question

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.8.1C

CCSS.L.K.1D