10th Grade Punctuation Study Sheet
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Where should commas and periods be placed in relation to quotations?

  • Inside quotations (correct)
  • It depends on the type of quotation
  • Outside of quotations
  • Both inside and outside quotations

    • Which of the following is the correct way to express possession?

  • Theirs (correct)
  • Theirselves
  • Their's
  • Theirs'

    • What is the correct sentence structure for the subjunctive mood?

  • If I were you, I would not do that (correct)
  • If I had been you, I would not do that
  • If I was you, I would not do that
  • If I am you, I would not do that

    • Where should colons and semicolons be placed in relation to quotations?

    <p>Outside quotations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct form of the verb 'to go' in the sentence 'By the time I ______ the store, it was closed'?

    <p>had gone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of the correct use of 'between'?

    <p>The teacher distributed the books between the five students</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a dash in informal writing?

    <p>To create a pause longer than a comma.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of parentheses in writing?

    <p>To provide additional information or explanation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should italics be used in writing?

    <p>For books, long plays, and movies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'sic' in writing?

    <p>Thus; it is exactly as written.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to describe the verb tense in the sentence 'He hit the ball'?

    <p>Active voice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should you use a colon in writing?

    <p>Before a formal list.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is a comma required in a sentence?

    <p>After an introductory phrase or clause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What punctuation mark is used to join two independent clauses?

    <p>Semicolon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential to consider when checking subject-verb agreement?

    <p>The prepositional phrase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is a colon used in a sentence?

    <p>Before a quote</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an essential comma spot?

    <p>In a series</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a comma in a sentence?

    <p>To set off nonessential clauses</p> Signup and view all the answers

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