Punctuations, Quotations, And Parenthetical Citations
This quiz focuses on punctuation, quotation marks, and parenthetical citations. It tests understanding of their correct usage within English grammar, enhancing writing clarity and adherence to style guidelines. Key aspects include the placement of punctuation in relation to quotation marks and citations.
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Question marks, exclamation points, and dashes can go inside the quotation marks even if they are not part of the quoted material.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
When quoting someone the only thing inside the quotations is exactly what the individual stated.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Exclamation marks and question marks come ( before / after ) parenthetical citations.
Correct Answer
beforeExplanation
Only punctuation after parenthetical citations is a period.Rate this question:
- 3.
Periods and commas go ( inside / outside ) closing quotation marks.
Correct Answer
insideExplanation
Periods and commas go inside closing quotation marks because this is the standard practice in American English. Placing periods and commas inside the closing quotation marks is a punctuation rule that helps to maintain consistency and clarity in writing. It is important to follow this convention to ensure proper usage of punctuation marks in relation to quotation marks.Rate this question:
- 4.
Which is an example of an integrated quotation?
- A.
The great Winston Churchill once said, "History will be kind to me for I intend to write it."
- B.
Albert Einstein once stated that "before God we are all equally wise-and equally foolish."
Correct Answer
B. Albert Einstein once stated that "before God we are all equally wise-and equally foolish."Explanation
An integrated quotation does not use a comma but instead uses words such as "that" or "how".Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which example of double quotation marks is correct?
- A.
"Did she ask, 'What's going on?'"
- B.
'Did she ask, "What's going on?"'
Correct Answer
A. "Did she ask, 'What's going on?'"Explanation
The single quotation marks are within the double quotation marks when something is quoted within a quote. " ' ' "Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of these examples including a parenthetical citation is correct? (note location of period)
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King David asks, "The Lord is my light and my salvation-whom shall I fear?" (Ps. 27:1).
- B.
King David asks, "The Lord is my light and my salvation-whom shall I fear?". (Ps. 27:1)
Correct Answer
A. King David asks, "The Lord is my light and my salvation-whom shall I fear?" (Ps. 27:1).Explanation
Answer B is incorrect because the period comes before the citation.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which of these is correct?
- A.
"I don't care", she said. "What do you think"?
- B.
"I don't care," she said. "What do you think?"
Correct Answer
B. "I don't care," she said. "What do you think?"Explanation
Again, commas and question marks belong inside quotations.Rate this question:
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- 8.
When in dialogue, a new paragraph begins with each change of speaker. [ not found in video ]
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
In dialogue, a new paragraph typically begins with each change of speaker. This helps to clearly indicate when a different person is speaking and makes the conversation easier to follow. By starting a new paragraph, it also allows for better organization and structure in written dialogue. This practice is commonly used in literature, scripts, and other forms of written communication to enhance readability and comprehension.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Colons and semicolons go ( inside / outside ) closing quotation marks.
Correct Answer
outsideExplanation
Colons and semicolons go outside closing quotation marks. This is because colons and semicolons are not part of the quoted material, so they should not be included within the quotation marks. Instead, they should be placed outside of the closing quotation marks to indicate that they are separate from the quoted text.Rate this question:
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At the end of a quotation (where a comma would normally appear) the comma is omitted if a question mark or exclamation mark is at the end of the quotation. Ex. "What did you say?" she asked.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Wording is confusing, but the concept is simple. When there is a question mark or exclamation point at the close of a quotation, no comma is required.Rate this question:
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Feb 04, 2015Quiz Created by
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