Punctuation Task 2

 

What is a full stop and when does it get used?

At the end of a sentence.

Write 3 sentences showing me the correct use of a full stop.

• (Sentence 1) Talofa lava, my name is Moimoi and I like to play games with my friends.

• (Sentence 2) I like to eat at the bakery shop.

• (Sentence 3) After me and my friends went to our rugby training.

What is a question mark and when does it get used?

When you ask questions to others.

Write 3 sentences showing me the correct use of a question mark.

• (Sentence 1) Hey what is your name?

• (Sentence 2) How old are you?

• (Sentence 3) When did you turn 10?

What is a speech mark and when does it get used?

When someone is talking.

Write 3 sentences showing me the correct use of a speech mark.

• (Sentence 1) “Come back home” said Jax's dad.

• (Sentence 2) “Stay on the mat” said Miss Tuia.

• (Sentence 3) “What are you going to do” I said.

What is a comma and when does it get used?

Used to list things and take a break in the sentence.

Write 3 sentences showing me the correct use of a comma.

• (Sentence 1) At my house we had drinks,water and snacks.

• (Sentence 2) I like to eat lollies, cupcakes and donuts.

• (Sentence 3) At the party, there were sweets, candy, pizza and cake.

What is an exclamation point and when does it get used?

When something happens, and when something might be loud.

Write 3 sentences showing me the correct use of an exclamation point.

• (Sentence 1) How did you buy this!

• (Sentence 2) Get out of the tree!

• (Sentence 3) Get out the garden!