1 / 4

Punctuation

Punctuation marks are essential elements of writing that help convey clear meaning and structure. This guide covers the primary punctuation marks used at the end of sentences, including periods, question marks, and exclamation points. It explains when to use each mark, including in statements, questions, exclamations, and commands. Additionally, the guide addresses proper punctuation in abbreviations for personal names, titles, organizations, addresses, geographical names, and time. Mastering these rules enhances clarity and professionalism in writing.

almira
Télécharger la présentation

Punctuation

An Image/Link below is provided (as is) to download presentation Download Policy: Content on the Website is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use and may not be sold / licensed / shared on other websites without getting consent from its author. Content is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use only. Download presentation by click this link. While downloading, if for some reason you are not able to download a presentation, the publisher may have deleted the file from their server. During download, if you can't get a presentation, the file might be deleted by the publisher.

E N D

Presentation Transcript

  1. Punctuation

  2. End Marks – punctuation marks at the end of a sentence. • Use a period at the end of a statement. • Use a question mark at the end of a question. • Use an exclamation point at the end of an exclamation. • Use either a period or an exclamation point at the end of a request or command.

  3. Use a period after certain abbreviations. • Personal names – I.M. Good, F. Scott Fitzgerald, John D. Rockefeller • Titles with Names – Mr., Mrs., Jr., Dr. • Organizations – Assn., Co., Corp., Inc. • Addresses – Ave., Blvd., Ct., P.O. Box, Rd., St.

  4. Geographical Names – Ark., St. Paul., Washington, D.C., U.S. • Times – A.M., B.C., P.M., A.D., Aug., Sat.

More Related