Quotation Mark Assignment

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What are quotation marks used for?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate the exact words someone said or wrote.

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How should the first word in a direct quotation be treated?

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The first word in a direct quotation should be capitalized.

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What is a direct quote?

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A direct quote is when you write the exact words someone said or wrote.

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Which punctuation mark is used to end a question in a quotation?

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A question mark (?) is used to end a question in a quotation.

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What is the correct way to write: Bob said, 'I love pizza.'

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Bob said, 'I love pizza.' (Note: The first letter of the quote is capitalized.)

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When do you use a comma before a quotation?

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You use a comma before a quotation when introducing it with a phrase like 'he said' or 'she asked'.

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What is the correct way to write: 'I am happy' she said.

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'I am happy,' she said.

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What punctuation is used to indicate a pause in dialogue?

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Ellipsis (...) can be used to indicate a pause in dialogue.

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How do you punctuate a quote that is a question?

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If the quote is a question, place the question mark inside the quotation marks.

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What is the difference between a direct quote and a paraphrase?

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A direct quote uses the exact words of the speaker, while a paraphrase rephrases the speaker's ideas in your own words.