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English Quiz: Punctuation Marks for Grade 11

Instructions

Read each question carefully and provide a complete answer. Make sure to explain your reasoning or provide examples where needed.


Questions

  1. Identify and explain the correct use of the semicolon in the following sentence:
    "I have a big test tomorrow; I can’t go out tonight."
    What role does the semicolon play in this sentence?

  2. In the sentence below, where would you place a comma to clarify the meaning?
    "Let's eat Grandma."
    Explain why placing a comma in a specific location changes the meaning of this sentence.

  3. List four main functions of the apostrophe and provide one example for each function.
    Be sure to clearly identify the correct use among the examples given.

  4. Correct the punctuation in the following sentence: "The book that I borrowed from the library was a fascinating read however I couldn't finish it on time."
    What punctuation is necessary to properly separate the ideas in this sentence?

  5. Differentiate between the use of quotation marks and italics in writing titles of works.
    Provide an example of each and explain when it is appropriate to use them.


Good luck!