PUNCTUATION

Punctuation is an essential aspect of writing that helps us convey our thoughts and ideas clearly. It is a set of marks used to regulate texts and clarify their meanings. In this section, we will cover some of the basic punctuation rules that everyone needs to know.

1. PERIOD / FULL STOP (Titik)

A period is used at the end of a statement. It is also used in abbreviations such as Mr., Dr., etc. Make sure to put only one period at the end of a sentence.

Example:

• I am going to the store.
• The U.S.A. is a great country
• Today I learned how to use a period in a sentence.

2. COMMA (koma)

A comma is used to separate phrases or items in a list or Show a break in a sentence

Example:

• • • • • I need to buy an apple, an orange, and a banana.
        • As the day came to an end, the fire fighters put out the last spark

3. EXCLAMATION POINT (Tanda Seru)

An exclamation point is used to show excitement or emphasis a strong feeling at the end of a sentence.

Example:

• I can’t believe how great of a day it is today!
• Wow ! Today has been awesome

4. QUESTION MARK (Tanda Tanya)

A question mark is used at the end to Ask a Question.

Example:

• • • • • • • Can you help me carry it in this box?
            • Where are you from?

An apostrophe is used to show possession/missing letters

Example:

• Jonah’s new box of markers had fifty different colors.
• They’re going to the movies tonight.

A semicolon is used to join two independent clauses that are closely related.

Example:

• Melissa went to the library to study; it was the only place quiet enough for her to focus.
• My daughter is a teacher ; my son is a doctor

7. QUOTATION MARK (Titik Dua)

Quotation marks are used to mark the beginning and end of a quote or to show speech used in a sentence.

Example:

• • • • • • • • • “I’m excited to go to the zoo this weekend,” exclaimed Molly.
                • ” I work in Italy” said Jimmy.