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To indicate strong emotion or surprise in a sentence, one should use a(n) ______.
To indicate strong emotion or surprise in a sentence, one should use a(n) ______.
exclamation point
When listing three or more items, ______ are used to separate each item, and are placed before the word 'and' is used.
When listing three or more items, ______ are used to separate each item, and are placed before the word 'and' is used.
commas
A ______ is used at the end of sentences that make a statement.
A ______ is used at the end of sentences that make a statement.
period
In the sentence, 'I can not go to the park', you can make it more efficient by shortening the word to 'I ______ go to the park'.
In the sentence, 'I can not go to the park', you can make it more efficient by shortening the word to 'I ______ go to the park'.
A(n) ______ is used to show the reader that the author is looking for an answer or seeking information.
A(n) ______ is used to show the reader that the author is looking for an answer or seeking information.
To indicate that an item or object belongs to a dog, you would add an apostrophe and 's' to the end of the word, such as, '______ bone'.
To indicate that an item or object belongs to a dog, you would add an apostrophe and 's' to the end of the word, such as, '______ bone'.
The ______ comma is often used in a list of three or more items or objects and is placed at the end of the list.
The ______ comma is often used in a list of three or more items or objects and is placed at the end of the list.
Commas must be used to separate the ______ of the week from the rest of the sentence.
Commas must be used to separate the ______ of the week from the rest of the sentence.
______ marks are useful because they allow an individual to write clearly and concisely, while helping the reader to understand the content.
______ marks are useful because they allow an individual to write clearly and concisely, while helping the reader to understand the content.
In sentences with very strong feelings, it is important to use ______ points sparingly, to make sure the points maintain their impact.
In sentences with very strong feelings, it is important to use ______ points sparingly, to make sure the points maintain their impact.
Flashcards
Punctuation Mark
Punctuation Mark
A symbol that helps make writing clear by showing where sentences begin and end.
Period (.)
Period (.)
Used at the end of sentences that make a statement.
Question Mark (?)
Question Mark (?)
Used at the end of sentences that ask a question.
Exclamation Point (!)
Exclamation Point (!)
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Comma (,)
Comma (,)
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Apostrophe (')
Apostrophe (')
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Possessive Apostrophe
Possessive Apostrophe
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Apostrophe in Contractions
Apostrophe in Contractions
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Commas in addresses
Commas in addresses
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Commas with days of the week
Commas with days of the week
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Study Notes
- Punctuation marks are symbols that help make writing clear.
- They guide readers by showing where sentences begin and end.
- Punctuation includes: periods, question marks, exclamation points, commas, and apostrophes.
Periods
- Periods (.) are used at the end of sentences that make a statement.
- They signal a pause and tell the reader a complete thought is expressed.
- Example: The dog barks.
Question Marks
- Question marks (?) are used at the end of sentences that ask a question.
- They indicate that the writer is seeking information.
- Example: Do you like to read?
Exclamation Points
- Exclamation points (!) show excitement, surprise, or strong feeling.
- They add emphasis to a sentence.
- Use them sparingly to maintain impact.
- Example: That was amazing!
Commas
- Commas (,) separate items in a list
- They can separate words or phrases if there are three or more.
- The last comma in a list is called an Oxford comma and is optional but helps with clarity
- Example: I like apples, bananas, and oranges.
- Commas are used before 'and' when listing three or more items
- Commas can separate the city from the state.
- Example: I am from Chicago, Illinois.
- Commas are used to separate the day of the week, from the rest of the sentence
- Example: On Monday, I have to go to work.
Apostrophes
- Apostrophes (') show possession or indicate contractions.
- To show possession, add 's to a singular noun. Example: The dog's bone.
- For plural nouns ending in s, add only an apostrophe after the s. Example: The cats' toys.
- In contractions, an apostrophe replaces missing letters. Example: can't (cannot), it's (it is).
- Apostrophes make the writing more efficient by shortening the word.
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