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Without punctuation, it is difficult for readers to know when to pause, stop, or pay special attention to something in written communications. This presentation provides a quick review of end marks such as question marks, exclamation points, and periods.
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Sites.google.com/site/classplantbelize Punctuation The rhythm makers! Presented by Ms. S. Andrewin
Without punctuation, it is very difficult for readers to know when to pause, stop, or pay special attention to something in written communications. Punctuate!
End Marks A quick review...
The Question Mark • end of an interrogative sentence
The Question Mark • end of an interrogative sentence
The Exclamation Point • end of an exclamatory sentences • End of a forceful command • After a strong interjection
The Exclamation Point • end of an exclamatory sentences • End of a forceful command • After a strong interjection
The Period • end of a declarative sentence • mild command • polite question • person’s initials • abbreviations
The Period • I walked with her to the grocery store. • Complete the exercise, please. • Could you tell me the time please. • Ms. S. Andrewin • Rd. , St. , Sept.
The Period • Name of a company or organization that uses all capitals • Units of Measure
The Period • BP • km, cm, mi
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