Q.1. Choose the correct option for each question: [1 mark each]
(i) Which punctuation mark is used to separate items in a list?
(a) Semicolon
(b) Comma
(c) Colon
(d) Period
(ii) Which punctuation mark is used to indicate the end of a sentence?
a) Period
b) Comma
c) Question mark
d) Exclamation point
(iii) Which punctuation mark is used to separate two closely related independent clauses?
(a) Period
(b) Comma
(c) Semicolon
(d) Colon
(iv) Which punctuation mark is used to indicate a direct quotation?
(a) Quotation marks
(b) Comma
(c) Period
(d) Semicolon
(v) Which punctuation mark is used to indicate a strong feeling or emotion?
(a) Period
(b) Exclamation point
(c) Question mark
(d) Comma
Q.2. Answer the following questions: [2 marks each]
(i) Explain the use of a period in a sentence.
(ii) What is the purpose of using a semicolon in a sentence?
(iii) When should a colon be used in a sentence?
(iv) What is the difference between a question mark and an exclamation point?
(v) How do quotation marks help in a sentence?
Q.3. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate punctuation mark: [1 mark each]
(i) She asked, "Do you want to go to the park _____"
(ii) We need to buy milk, eggs, bread, and vegetables _____
(iii) I can't believe it's already December _____
(iv) My favorite subjects are math, science, and history _____
(v) She exclaimed, "What a beautiful day _____"
Q.4. State whether the following statements are true or false: [1 mark each]
(i) A comma is used to indicate the end of a sentence.
(ii) A semicolon is used to separate items in a list.
(iii) An exclamation point indicates a strong feeling or emotion.
(iv) A question mark is used to indicate a direct quotation.
(v) Quotation marks are used to indicate a direct question.
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