PUNCTUATION

GROUP 10
 OBJECTIVES:
By the end of this lesson, you will be able
to:
 Define punctuation – Understand what
punctuation is and why it is essential in
writing.
 Identify different punctuation marks –
Recognize various punctuation marks and
their functions.
 Apply proper punctuation in sentences –
Learn how to use punctuation correctly to
enhance clarity and communication.
 WHAT IS
Punctuation helps make writing clear and
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easy to understand. It includes marks like
periods, commas, and question marks.
Without punctuation, sentences can become
confusing. Proper punctuation improves both
writing and communication.
PUNCTUATION
MARKS
EXCLAMATION
• An exclamation point is used to
POINT ( feelings,
show strong !) excitement,
or emphasis. For example:
"I won the lottery!" (excitement)
"That's incredible!" (amazement)
"I can't believe this is happening!"
(disbelief)
"Stop yelling at me!" (anger)
 COMMA ( , )
• The comma is one of the most commonly used punctuation marks, and it serves
several important functions in writing.
A comma is used to separate items in a series or list of three or more
things.
Example: "I bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes."

• When you join two independent clauses (complete sentences) with a

coordinating conjunction like for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (often
remembered as FANBOYS), a comma is placed before the conjunction.

Example: "I wanted to go to the park, but it started raining."

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SEMI COLON
Use a semicolon to link two closely related

(;)
independent clauses without a conjunction.

Example: "I have a lot of homework; I can’t go out

tonight."
• When linking independent clauses with conjunctions
like however, therefore, moreover, a semicolon can
be used for clarity.

Example: "She studied hard for the test; however, she

still found it difficult."
 FULL STOP/ PERIOD
A full stop (period) is used to indicate the end
( . )
of a statement or a complete thought.
• To mark the end of a statement.
Example: "I enjoy reading books."
• To shorten words or phrases.
Example: "Dr. Smith," "e.g.," "etc."
 QUESTION MARK
A question mark is used to indicate that a sentence
( ?)
is a question.
• Use a question mark when asking a direct
question.
Example: "What time is it?"
“ "Where are you going?"
 COLON ( : )
A colon is used to introduce or emphasize
information
• Use a colon before
listing items or
examples.
Example: "I need to buy
three things: bread, milk,
and eggs."
 COLON ( : )
• Use a colon to introduce a clarification or
further explanation of the sentence.

Example: "She has one goal: to become a

doctor."
 COLON ( : )
• Use a colon in expressions like time, ratios, and
some titles.
Example: "The meeting is at 3:00 p.m."
"The ratio is 2:1."
"The book is titled 'Science: The Basics.'"
 SLASH ( / )
A slash (/) is used for several purposes.
• A slash can show two options or choices.
Example: "You can take the bus/train to get
there."
• A slash separates parts of a date, especially in
formats like MM/DD/YYYY.
Example: "The meeting is on 02/14/2025."
 SLASH ( / )
• It is used in abbreviations like "w/" for "with" or
"c/o" for "care of."
Example: "Please send it to John c/o his office.
• A slash is used to represent a fraction.
Example: "3/4 of the cake is gone."
ROUND BRACKET/
PARENTHESES
Round brackets (also called parentheses) are
used for several purposes:
Use parentheses to include additional details that
aren't crucial to the main point of the sentence.
• Example: "She finally arrived (after a long
delay)."
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ROUND BRACKET/
• Parentheses are commonly used in academic or
PARENTHESES
research writing to cite sources.
Example: "The study was conducted in 2020 (Smith,
2020 delay)."
• When enumerating items in a list, parentheses can
be used.
Example: "There are three steps: (1) Gather
materials, (2) Set up your workspace, (3) Start
working."
ROUND BRACKET/
To show alternate forms or abbreviations.
PARENTHESES
Example: "The company offers both online and in-
person (IP) training."
Sometimes, parentheses can indicate a side note or
a brief thought that’s not central to the main
message.
Example: "I’ll meet you at the park (if it’s not
raining)."
 QOUTATION MARK ( “ “
Quotation marks (" ") are used for several purposes:
• Use quotation marks to show when someone is
speaking.
Example: She said, "I’ll be there soon."
• Use quotation marks to emphasize a term or
phrase.
Example: He is known for his "exceptional"
leadership.
 QOUTATION MARK ( “ “
• Quotation marks are used around titles of shorter
works like articles, poems, or songs.
Example: I just read the article "The Future of
Technology.”
 DASH ( - )
A dash (–) is used in several ways:
• Use a dash to add emphasis or to create a sudden
change in thought.
Example: "I was planning to go to the beach – but it
started raining."
 DASH ( - )
• A dash can replace parentheses or commas for a
more dramatic effect.
Example: "He finally answered – after hours of
waiting."
• Use a dash to indicate a range or connection
between two related numbers or terms.
Example: "The meeting is scheduled for 2:00–3:00
p.m."
"The London–Paris flight is delayed."
 DASH ( - )
• A dash can emphasize the final part of a sentence
or idea.
Example: "She was determined to succeed – nothing
could stop her."
 CONCLUSION
Punctuation marks are essential tools that help structure and
clarify writing. Each punctuation mark has a specific purpose
whether it's to indicate the end of a sentence (full stop), ask a
question (question mark), separate ideas (comma), or highligh
important information (colon, dash). Quotation marks help show
direct speech or emphasis, while the slash and parentheses
provide alternatives or additional details. By using punctuation
correctly, we can ensure that our writing is clear, organized, and
easily understood, making it more effective in conveying our ideas.
 Members:

Torres, Allysa Monic E.

Lompon, Elriza C .
THANK YOU