Punctuation - EduqasThings to remember

Using punctuation effectively means that your reader can make sense of your writing. It can also help create dramatic effects in your writing.

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Things to remember

  • Take special care over using commas. Check whether a full-stop or semi-colon would be more effective.
  • Avoid excessive use of exclamation marks!
  • Be ambitious – practise using sophisticated punctuation such as semi-colons and colons.
  • Proofread your work carefully.
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