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Is using the right punctuation really important?
Yes, it is!
Why?
Using the right punctuation and recognising punctuation, makes our writing more interesting and helps us to understand the world better.
How?
I'll show you. Read this sentence below.
That was the best cake ever.
This is just a statement. Let’s change the full stop to an exclamation mark.
That was the best cake ever!
The second time it is an exclamation.
How did it sound the second time? Was it more exciting or interesting?
Punctuation can completely change a sentence, so it is important to look at it closely, to help us understand more!
Remember, a full stop shows us the end of a sentence, a statement or fact.
I am going to the park today
A question mark, shows that someone is asking a question and wants more information.
What is your favourite fruit
An exclamation mark shows that someone is exclaiming or shouting something.
What an amazing birthday
Top tip:
Did you spot that an exclamation mark is used to exclaim?
Or that a question mark is used for questions?
It’s not just a coincidence!
Think - is that a question? (mark)
That is an exclamation! (mark)
Look at these next challenges closely. Use your super spotting skills to choose the right punctuation and find mistakes!
