Punctuation in Writing Quiz
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What is the primary function of punctuation in writing?

  • To emphasize certain words or ideas in a sentence
  • To separate words and make them easier to read
  • To indicate the structure and organization of a sentence (correct)
  • To add decoration and style to written text
  • Which punctuation mark is used to separate items in a list?

  • Semicolon
  • Colon
  • Comma (correct)
  • Parentheses
  • What is the purpose of using quotation marks in a sentence?

  • To emphasize a word or phrase
  • To indicate that a word or phrase is being used ironically or sarcastically
  • To indicate direct speech or a quotation from another source (correct)
  • To set off a word or phrase used as a title
  • Which punctuation mark is used to show that a sentence is a question?

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    Which punctuation mark is used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence?

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

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