Dialogue Punctuation
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Objective
I can correctly use punctuation marks when writing dialogue.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
Direct speech shows the exact words someone said, while indirect speech tells the idea of what was said.
- 2
In writing, speech marks, also known as quotation marks, are used to show direct speech.
- 3
When direct speech ends a sentence, the full stop, question mark, or exclamation mark is placed inside the speech marks.
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Practice
12 questions
What is the main difference between direct and indirect speech?
Which of the following sentences uses correct punctuation for direct speech?
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Exit ticket
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“Punctuate the following sentence correctly: The cat said I want some tuna”
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