Quotation Marks

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What are quotation marks?

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Quotation marks are punctuation marks used to indicate the exact words someone has said or written.

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When do we use quotation marks?

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We use quotation marks to show direct speech, quotes, or titles of short works.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with quotation marks?

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The punctuation mark (like a comma or period) usually goes inside the quotation marks.

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What is the correct way to write a sentence with a quote?

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"I love reading," said Maria.

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True or False: Quotation marks are used for titles of books.

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False. Quotation marks are used for short works like articles or poems, while books are italicized.

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What is an example of a sentence using quotation marks correctly?

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"It's a beautiful day," he said.

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What do we call the words inside quotation marks?

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The words inside quotation marks are called a quote or direct speech.

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What is the rule for punctuation with quotation marks?

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Punctuation marks like commas and periods should be placed inside the quotation marks.

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How do you write a question with quotation marks?

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"Are you coming to the party?" she asked.

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What is the difference between single and double quotation marks?

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Double quotation marks are used for direct speech, while single quotation marks are often used for quotes within quotes.