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Title: Conventional Expression, End-of-Sentence Punctuation, Within-Sentence Punctuation, Punctuating a Series

Grade Lesson s4-p1

Explanation: In this section, we’ll clearly outline the essential definitions and concepts for PSAT to build a strong foundation.

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Definition: Conventional Expression

Conventional expressions are common phrases that must always be used in the same way or paired with the same words.

Examples:

Sentence: Something is in the way it moos.

Correct sentence: Something is in the way it moves.

Definition: End-of-Sentence Punctuation

This category focuses on the appropriate use of punctuation to conclude a sentence.

Examples:

Sentence: How long have you been in France!

Correct sentence: How long have you been in France?

Definition: Within-Sentence Punctuation

This category focuses on the appropriate use of punctuation within sentences.

Examples:

Sentence: I like chocolate ice cream: but my sister likes butterscotch ice cream.

Correct sentence: I like chocolate ice cream, but my sister likes butterscotch ice cream.

Definition: Punctuating a Series

This category identifies and modifies punctuation (such as commas, colons, and semicolons) used to designate and separate items in a list or series.

Examples:

Sentence: Jane told Michael to pick up bread vegetables eggs and cheese from the store for dinner.

Correct sentence: Jane told Michael to pick up bread, vegetables, eggs, and cheese from the store for dinner.