Grammar About Punctuation

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Level I Grammar: Punctuation Lesson Punctuation marks are signals from the writer to the reader. They signal how a text is to be read. 1. Period The period is used to indicate the following: Rule 1: The period indicates the end of a sentence that makes a statement or indirect question. Examples: I will meet you in the library. (statement) I wonder if you could bring that special article with you. (Indirect question or request) Rule 2: The period marks an abbreviation Example: Mr. R. Davidson, Dr. Jones, 10 A.M., U.S.A. 2. Question Mark Rule 3: The question mark indicates the end of a direct question Example: When will you arrive? 3. Exclamation Mark The exclamation mark is used to indicate the following: Rule 4: The exclamation mark is used at the end of a sentence that expresses surprise or shock. Example: I have never seen anything like that before! Rule 5: The exclamation mark is used to indicate a loud sound. Example: Bang! Pow! 4. Comma The comma is used to indicate the following: Rule 6: A comma is used to set off items in a series but not before a series. Example: I need scissors, glue, paper and markers for my project. Rule 7: A comma is used to show a pause in a long sentence. Example: I was ready to write my report, but I did not have access to a computer. Rule 8: A comma is used when additional information is added into a sentence. Example: The woman, who I waved to, is my neighbor. 5. Apostrophe Rule 9: An apostrophe is used after a noun to show possession. Example: Mary’s coat is in the closet. Rule 10: An apostrophe is used to indicate that letters have been omitted. Example: don’t (do not), I’ll (I will) what’s (what is)
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