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What is the primary purpose of a semicolon?
What is the primary purpose of a semicolon?
- To separate items in a simple list.
- To introduce a list or explanation.
- To separate independent clauses that are unrelated.
- To link two independent clauses that are closely related. (correct)
In which situation would you correctly use an en dash?
In which situation would you correctly use an en dash?
- To introduce a quotation.
- To link two independent clauses.
- To denote a range of dates. (correct)
- To separate items in a compound list.
What is one of the correct usages of a colon?
What is one of the correct usages of a colon?
- At the end of a declarative statement.
- Before a conjunction in compound sentences.
- To introduce a list or explanation. (correct)
- After introductory phrases.
Which of the following is NOT a proper function of a comma?
Which of the following is NOT a proper function of a comma?
Which punctuation mark is used to create a strong break or interruption in a sentence?
Which punctuation mark is used to create a strong break or interruption in a sentence?
What does the double dash (--) illustrate in a sentence?
What does the double dash (--) illustrate in a sentence?
In what context would parentheses be appropriately used?
In what context would parentheses be appropriately used?
Which of the following best describes the function of an exclamation point?
Which of the following best describes the function of an exclamation point?
Which scenario correctly uses a question mark?
Which scenario correctly uses a question mark?
Identify the incorrect use of punctuation in this scenario: 'He graduated with honors (which everyone knew)!'
Identify the incorrect use of punctuation in this scenario: 'He graduated with honors (which everyone knew)!'
Flashcards
Period (.)
Period (.)
Used to end a sentence.
Comma (,) Purpose
Comma (,) Purpose
Separates items in a list or clauses.
Colon (:) Use
Colon (:) Use
Introduces a list, explanation, or quotation.
Semicolon (;)
Semicolon (;)
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Em Dash (---) Function
Em Dash (---) Function
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Purpose of Parentheses
Purpose of Parentheses
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Exclamation Point Purpose
Exclamation Point Purpose
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Question Mark Purpose
Question Mark Purpose
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Hyphen Use (e.g., 3:00-4:00)
Hyphen Use (e.g., 3:00-4:00)
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Hyphenated words (e.g., London-Paris)
Hyphenated words (e.g., London-Paris)
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Study Notes
Punctuation Marks
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Period (.)
- Ends a declarative sentence or statement.
- Used in abbreviations (Dr., Inc.).
- Used in decimal numbers (3.14).
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Comma (,)
- Separates items in a list.
- Separates clauses or phrases within a sentence.
- Used after introductory words or phrases.
- Separates parts of compound sentences.
- Used to set off non-essential information.
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Colon (:)
- Introduces a list, explanation, or quotation.
- Used to introduce definitions or elaborations.
- Used with formal greetings in letters (e.g., Dear Sir:).
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Semicolon (;)
- Links two closely related independent clauses.
- Separates items in a complex list where commas are already used.
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Em Dash (—)
- Creates a strong break or interruption in a sentence.
- Highlights emphasis or abrupt changes in thought.
- Used to set off parenthetical information dramatically.
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En Dash (–)
- Represents a range of values (e.g., 3:00–4:00 PM).
- Shows connections between related things (e.g., London-Paris flight).
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Parentheses (())
- Enclose additional information not essential to the main sentence.
- Used to insert abbreviations or acronyms.
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Exclamation Point (!)
- Expresses strong feelings, excitement, surprise, or urgency.
- Used in commands or warnings.
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Question Mark (?)
- Used at the end of a direct question.
- Used in rhetorical questions or uncertainty.
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