Punctuation

Which punctuation best fits a mild interjection: "Well__ let us begin"?

Hint: Mild feeling is usually set off gently

Which punctuation best fits a strong interjection: "Hooray__ We won"?

Hint: Strong feeling needs stronger punctuation

Which punctuation rule applies? "I bought apples oranges and bananas."

Hint: Think about what pause or emphasis this mark creates

Where does the comma go? "I wanted to go but it was raining."

Hint: Think about what pause or emphasis this mark creates

What is the difference between "it's" and "its"?

Hint: Think about what pause or emphasis this mark creates

When do you use a semicolon?

Hint: Think about what pause or emphasis this mark creates

When do you use a colon before a list?

Hint: Think about what pause or emphasis this mark creates

Where does the comma go in direct address? "Marcus please read the next line."

Hint: Direct address names the person being spoken to.

Which sentence correctly joins two complete thoughts?

Which comma use is correct?