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What is the purpose of an exclamation mark?

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An exclamation mark is used to express strong emotions, such as excitement, surprise, or anger, not just anger.

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When is a full stop used?

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A full stop is used at the end of a declarative sentence and also at the end of an indirect question.

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Identify the correctly punctuated title: 'Their Eyes Were Watching God' or 'Their eyes were watching God!'

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'Their Eyes Were Watching God' is the correct punctuation for a title.

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What punctuation mark is used after a word used to address a person?

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A comma is used after a word used to address a person.

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What punctuation should be used at the end of the sentence: 'Will you please be quiet'?

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An exclamation point should be used at the end of that sentence.

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What is the function of a comma in a list?

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A comma is used to separate items in a list.

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When should a question mark be used?

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A question mark is used at the end of a direct question.

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What is the difference between a period and a full stop?

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A period and a full stop refer to the same punctuation mark used to indicate the end of a sentence.

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How do you punctuate a direct quote?

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A direct quote should be enclosed in quotation marks.

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What punctuation is used to indicate a pause in a sentence?

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A comma is often used to indicate a pause in a sentence.