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What is the primary function of punctuation in writing?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Which punctuation mark is used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence?
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