Quiz: Uses of the Exclamation Mark

1. Complete this sentence: Exclamation marks are used ________
a. to end sentences that are commands.
b. to end interjections and expressions of strong feeling.
c. Both a and b
2. Which of the following sentences could correctly end with an exclamation mark?
a. Woe is me
b. That's impossible
c. Both a and b
3. Choose the example that shows CORRECT placement of the exclamation mark.
a. “It serves you right!” she screamed.
b. “It serves you right” she screamed!
c. “It serves you right”! she screamed.
4. Choose the sentence that shows CORRECT use of the exclamation mark(s).
a. Shut up!! You don't know what you're talking about!!
b. Shut up! You don't know what you're talking about!
c. Shut up! Do you know what you're talking about?!
5. Which sentence shows CORRECT use of the exclamation mark?
a. Her behavior was despicable!
b. Don't you sometimes wonder about her!?
c. Neither a nor b

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