Direct Quotations and Interjections

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What is a direct quotation?

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A direct quotation is the exact words spoken by a person, enclosed in quotation marks.

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How do you punctuate a direct quotation that is a question?

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

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What is an interjection?

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An interjection is a word or phrase that expresses strong emotion or surprise, often standing alone.

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How do you punctuate an interjection?

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An interjection is usually followed by an exclamation mark or a comma.

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What is the correct punctuation for a statement in a direct quotation?

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A statement in a direct quotation ends with a period inside the quotation marks.

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What is the correct way to write: Kelly shouted, 'Let's go to the beach!'?

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The correct way is: Kelly shouted, "Let's go to the beach!"

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What is the rule for using quotation marks with dialogue?

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Use quotation marks to enclose the exact words spoken by a character.

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How do you write a quotation that is part of a larger sentence?

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The quotation should be enclosed in quotation marks and properly punctuated.

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What is the correct way to write: 'What time is the party?' asked Livia?

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The correct way is: "What time is the party?" asked Livia.

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What punctuation follows an interjection?

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An interjection is typically followed by an exclamation mark or a comma.