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Which Punctuation Mark is used when someone speaks?
Question

Which Punctuation Mark is used when someone speaks?

A.

Hyphen

B.

Parentheses

C.

Inverted commas

D.

Question Mark

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Inverted commas

What are Inverted Commas?
Inverted commas, also known as quotation marks (" "), are used to indicate direct speech, quotations, or the exact words of a speaker in writing.

Usage in Direct Speech:
In direct speech, inverted commas are placed around the exact words spoken by a person.

Example for Better Understanding:

Additional Information:

  • Example: She said, "I am happy to be here."
  • Direct Speech: He asked, "Where are you going?"
  • Inverted commas are used to enclose the spoken words.
  • Hyphen: Used to join words or indicate a range (e.g., long-term, pages 10-15).
  • Parentheses: Used to include additional or explanatory information.

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