7th Grade Editing

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What is the purpose of using quotation marks in a sentence?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate the exact words spoken or written by someone.

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When should a comma be used in relation to quotation marks?

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A comma should be placed before the opening quotation mark when introducing a quote.

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What is the correct way to punctuate a sentence that includes a quote?

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The punctuation at the end of the quote should be placed inside the quotation marks.

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How do you correct a sentence with a missing comma?

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Identify where the comma is needed, usually before conjunctions or after introductory phrases.

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What is the difference between 'I' and 'me' in a sentence?

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'I' is used as the subject of a sentence, while 'me' is used as the object.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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How do you identify a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunction.

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What is the function of a subject in a sentence?

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The subject of a sentence tells us who or what the sentence is about.

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What is the role of a predicate in a sentence?

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The predicate tells us what the subject does or is.

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What is an example of a direct quote?

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"I love reading books," she said.