Fluently Reading Dialogue: Using Punctuation as Signposts

Fluently Reading Dialogue: Using Punctuation as Signposts

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English, Other

1st - 6th Grade

Hard

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This video tutorial teaches how to read dialogue fluently by using punctuation as signposts. It explains the importance of punctuation marks like question marks, exclamation points, periods, commas, and quotation marks in making sentences clearer. The tutorial provides examples of common mistakes, such as ignoring punctuation, which can lead to confusing readings. It demonstrates how to read with expression by noticing punctuation, understanding the character's context, and matching the voice to the character's emotions. The lesson concludes with a practical example and a recap of the key points.

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