Punctuation

Brings words together

Shows that something is being directly quoted

Can you please shut that loud-cat up?

Separates ideas

Instead of flying we drove all the way there.

Apostrophes are only used to show possession

Separates sentences that go together

Colons are often used to introduce a list of items

I want tacos for dinner

Cuts words apart

You use an exclamation point to show excitement.

End of a sentence

I was very nervous; I kept glancing at the door (as if he would appear in the window at any moment.

Shows that a question is being asked

I exceed expectations...I am a Forester!

Each student will be informed personally whether he/she passed.

The last question needed what according to Miss Uppy?

I did not know that was due today!

This shows information has been cut out of this part

Information between these is extra

All I need to pass this year is an A in Statistics and Probability, English IV and Automechanics II.

Where are we going for winter break this year?

Outside the house, the trees shook from the wind; it felt as if it would all blow over at any moment, like paper.

Here is the truth of it: Elliana wasn't there because she was with James that night.