Understanding Punctuation Marks in English Writing
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Which punctuation mark is used to introduce a list and sometimes to separate main clauses instead of the conjunction 'and'?

  • Comma
  • Full stop
  • Colon (correct)
  • Semi-colon

What is the primary function of the exclamation mark in English punctuation?

  • Indicate possession
  • End a sentence
  • Show emotion, surprise, emphasis, or command (correct)
  • Separate independent clauses

When should the question mark be used in a sentence according to the text?

  • Show emotion
  • To separate main clauses
  • At the end of a question (correct)
  • To indicate possession

Which punctuation mark is suitable for separating incomplete sense groups like subordinate clauses?

<p>Comma (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a specialised punctuation mark mentioned in the text?

<p>Period (.) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does a capital letter begin in a sentence?

<p>After a full-stop (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a proper adjective based on the text?

<p>Nigerian (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a proposal according to the text?

<p>To persuade and present facts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what context should a brace be used according to the text?

<p>To show additional information enclosed together (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a common rule of capitalisation based on the text?

<p>Capitalize personal titles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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