Punctuation Proficiency
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Which punctuation marks were found in the Mesha Stele from the 9th century BC?

  • Exclamation points and question marks
  • Points between words and horizontal strokes between sections (correct)
  • Quotation marks and parentheses
  • Commas and periods
  • Which of the following was NOT a characteristic of alphabet-based writing in its early stages?

  • No punctuation marks (correct)
  • No capitalization
  • No vowels
  • No spaces between words
  • When did the ends of sentences begin to be marked to help actors know when to make a pause during performances?

  • With the Greek playwrights (correct)
  • During the Renaissance period
  • During the Mesopotamian era
  • In ancient Egypt
  • What is the purpose of punctuation marks?

    <p>To indicate how a piece of written text should be read</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the punctuation marks used in the 19th century reflect?

    <p>The grammatical structure of a sentence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Early Writing Systems

    • Punctuation marks found in the Mesha Stele from the 9th century BC.

    Characteristics of Alphabet-Based Writing

    • Early stages of alphabet-based writing lacked a characteristic, which is not specified.

    Development of Punctuation

    • Ends of sentences began to be marked to help actors know when to make a pause during performances, but the exact time period is not specified.

    Purpose of Punctuation

    • Punctuation marks serve a purpose, which is to help with the clarity and flow of text.

    19th Century Punctuation

    • Punctuation marks used in the 19th century reflected the trends and styles of that time.

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    Test your knowledge of punctuation marks with this quiz! From periods to commas, question marks to exclamation marks, see how well you know these essential elements of written language. Discover the history of punctuation and its evolution over time. Challenge yourself with questions about when and how to use various punctuation marks correctly. Are you ready to put your punctuation prowess to the test? Take the quiz now!

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