Title: 2T 2mtt commas and periods
Course: 2024 English 7

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

 Having been told of the test[...] John wondered when he would study[...]
A: ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

 Wading into the cool lake[...] we found relief from the heat[...]
A: ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

 In the heat of a summer afternoon[...] our air conditioner stopped[...]
A: ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

 He drove through Illinois[...] Indiana[...] and Kentucky[...]
A: ,; ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

 He ran up the stairs through the door[...] and down the hall[...]
A: ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

 He ends each day telling himself that the day was miserable[...] that he should have stayed in bed[...] that tomorrow will be better[...]
A: ,; ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

 I ate breakfast[...] read the paper[...] and went to work[...]
A: ,; ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

 I have seen his picture in magazines[...] on television[...] and in movies[...]
A: ,; ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

      Because the game was so one-sided we left early

      [...]
A: Because the game was so one-sided, we left early.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

       Before you leave give us your address and telephone number

      [...]
A: Before you leave, give us your address and telephone number.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         If she wishes Gloria can come with us

      [...]
A: If she wishes, Gloria can come with us.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         While I worked at the restaurant I learned about food

      [...]
A: While I worked at the restaurant, I learned about food.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         Noticing the dark clouds we thought it would rain

      [...]
A: Noticing the dark clouds, we thought it would rain.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         By the old bridge at the north of town we are meeting for a picnic

      [...]
A: By the old bridge at the north of town, we are meeting for a picnic.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         Although she loved her job it did not play very much

      [...]
A: Although she loved her job, it did not play very much.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         We went swimming boating and fishing

      [...]
A: We went swimming, boating, and fishing.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         The boys stopped looked and then darted for cover

      [...]
A: The boys stopped looked, and then darted for cover.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         Running in place doing sit-ups and lifting weights are healthy activities

      [...]
A: Running in place, doing sit-ups, and lifting weights are healthy activities.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         Your handwriting is sloppy but your punctuation is perfect

      [...]
A: Your handwriting is sloppy, but your punctuation is perfect.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         Alice wanted to stay home that evening yet she did not feel that she could refuse the invitation

      [...]
A: Alice wanted to stay home that evening, yet she did not feel that she could refuse the invitation.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

    You can spend the money now [...]  or you can put it in the bank [...]
A: ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         The day was overcast yet we went to the beach

      [...]
A: The day was overcast, yet we went to the beach.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         They would have to agree or they would not get anything

      [...]
A: They would have to agree, or they would not get anything.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

 He would not let them fight[...] nor would he allow them to give up[...]
A: ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         The rain continued for an hour so the game was called off

      [...]
A: The rain continued for an hour, so the game was called off.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         Jim are you sure that the building is safe

      [...]
A: Jim, are you sure that the building is safe.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

         Mrs. Winston your class has helped me

      [...]
A: Mrs. Winston, your class has helped me.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

      Oh[...] you will think of something to say[...]
A: !; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

      I worried[...] John[...] that you had forgotten to feed the dog[...]
A: ,; ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

      Unfortunately[...] I have to stay up all night[...]
A: ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

      The instructor gave an unfair[...] difficult examination[...]
A: ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

      It was a happy[...] productive[...] prosperous season[...]
A: ,; .; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

      It is[...] however[...] very difficult to hit a silverfish from then feet away[...]
A: ,; .; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

           His long clean hair hung down to his worn faded jacket

      [...]
A: His long, clean hair hung down to his worn faded jacket.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

           A tall dark and handsome man walked into the room

      [...]
A: A tall, dark, and handsome man walked into the room.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

           A heavy soiled ball sailed over the fence

      [...]
A: A heavy, soiled ball sailed over the fence.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

           That song in my opinion is unimaginative

      [...]
A: That song, in my opinion, is unimaginative.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

           Mr. Barnes my dance instructor was a professional entertainer

      [...]
A: Mr. Barnes, my dance instructor, was a professional entertainer.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

 A Mazda[...] the car with the rotary[...] engine is expensive[...]
A: ,; ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

 One of the car’s safety features[...] for example[...] is the braking system[...]
A: ,; ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

 I was very embarrassed when my husband[...] who was only slightly drunk[...] crashed down the stairs[...]
A: ,; ,; .

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

           Gene Fowler who happens to be a poet is my best friend

      [...]
A: Gene Fowler, who happens to be a poet, is my best friend.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

           My car which I received as a gift sits idle in the driveway

      [...]
A: My car, which I received as a gift, sits idle in the driveway.

Q: instructions: write the correct punctuation mark: comma, period, exclamation mark, question mark, semicolon, or colon.

           My friend who was hurt in the accident is in the hospital

      [...]
A: My friend, who was hurt in the accident, is in the hospital.