Punctuation marks

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English
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6th - 8th Grade
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Danna Guadalupe Ochoa Padilla
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which punctuation mark is used to indicate possession?
Period ( . )
apostrophe ( ' )
Eclamation mark ( ! )
Comma ( , )
Tags
CCSS.L.1.1B
CCSS.L.2.2C
CCSS.L.3.2D
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the exclamation mark ( ! ) signify in a sentence?
The end of a sentence
An abbreviation
Strong emotion or emphasis
A pause
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CCSS.L.1.2B
CCSS.L.4.3B
CCSS.L.K.2B
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which punctuation mark is used to introduce a list or explanation?
Dash mark ( - )
Colon ( : )
Parentheses ( ( )
Question mark ( ? )
Tags
CCSS.L.9-10.2B
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the function of parentheses (()) in writing?
To show possession
To enclose direct speech
To indicate strong emotion
To provide additional information or clarification
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CCSS.L.6.2A
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which punctuation mark is used to connect closely related but independent clauses?
Semi-colon ( ; )
Comma ( , )
Period ( . )
Exclamation mark ( ! )
Tags
CCSS.L.9-10.2A
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In formal writing, why is it essential to adhere to the correct usage of punctuation marks?
Punctuation marks add decorative elements to the text
Incorrect punctuation makes the text look more sophisticated
Proper punctuation ensures clarity and avoids misunderstandings
There are no consequences for incorrect punctuation
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CCSS.L.1.2B
CCSS.L.4.3B
CCSS.L.K.2B
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the ellipsis (...) represent in a sentence?
The end of a quotation
A pause in speech
Omitted words or a sense of suspense
A connection between two clauses
Tags
CCSS.L.8.2A
CCSS.L.8.2B
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