Test 6 Flashcards
Unit 4: Lessons 34-43
A ? is used to separate parts of some compounds with two words, all compounds with three or more words, and compound numbers.
hyphen.
A ? is used to separate compound predicates in a simple sentence.
comma
A ? Is used to separate an introductory clause or phrase used as a subject in a sentence.
comma.
When joining a prefix to a capitalized word, use ?.
a hyphen
With regards to dialogue, punctuation marks reflect ? when we are speaking.
our pauses in voice.
A ? serves the same purpose as a comma in some cases, although signifies a stronger break or shift in thought.
dash
The set distance between the end punctuation of one sentence and the beginning of the next, clearly distinguishing the sentences, is called ?.
spacing.
? is the extension of each line of a paragraph from the left margin to the right margin, unless the last line ends before reaching the full extent of the line.
alignment.
Generally, we should capitalize words in writing referring to ?.
days of the week.
Generally, we do not capitalize words in writing referring to ? .
titles following a name.
? enclose parenthetical material inserted within parenthetical material. THey also enclose personal comments, explanations, or corrections inserted within a quotation.
brackets.
A(n) ? in parentheses can be used within a sentence to express doubt or uncertainty.
question mark.
A(n) ? is used at the end of a declarative or mild imperative sentence.
period.
system of written marks or symbols designed to make written communications more clear
punctuation
always placed within a word; more of a mark of spelling
hyphen
mark often used to introduce series, lists, or quotations; or to separate
colon
used at the end of a sentence or phrase to convey strong feeling
exclamation point
used at the end of a sentence or after a standard abbreviation
period
offsetting of the first line of a paragraph a specified distance to the right of the left margin
paragraph indentation
mark of separation or omission; a mark of spelling
apostrophe
its one purpose is to separate elements that are equal and coordinate within a sentence
semicolon
pair of opening and closing Mark’s before and after the material
quotation marks
de-emphasizes enclosed material within the end of a sentence
parentheses
mark of introduction, separation, or enclosure
dash
used within a sentence; represents a brief pause made in speech
comma
