Close Reading Flashcards
1
Q
Point of a comma ,
A
to show a pause
(Optional)
for a list
in pairs to show parenthisis
2
Q
Point of a semi colon ;
A
Provides linking
To introduce a list
between multi word item on a list
3
Q
Point of a colon :
A
Provides separation
to introduce a list
introducing speech
4
Q
Point of an exclamation mark
A
Follows strong feelings
5
Q
Point of three dots …
A
To show long pause or delay
Show tailing of
Shows an interruption
6
Q
Point of speech marks “”
A
To show direct speech
Show quotes
7
Q
Point of a hyphen -
A
link two words eg; fire + eater = fire-eater
8
Q
A pair of commas or brackets
A
to show parnthisis
9
Q
Point of short sentences
A
Fast action or sudden-ness
