Punctuation is a mark that makes a meaning of a sentence clear.
The most common punctuation mark is the period. A period is used to indicate
the end of a sentence. It is used to make a statement.
Period at the End of a Sentence
A period is used at the end of a sentence. It is used to make a statement.
examples:
· My name is Bill.
· I am 24 years old.
· I live in Seattle.
· I am a teacher.
Period after a Single Word
Sometimes a single word can be a complete sentence.
examples:
· Hello.
· Good-bye.
· Stop.
· Go.
Period in Abbreviated Words
A period is used in abbreviated words or shortened words. Many words can be
abbreviated. These are a few common examples.
Mister |
Mr. |
Street |
St. |
Monday |
Mon. |
January |
Jan. |
Period in Numbers
Periods used in numbers are called decimal points. Decimal points separate a
whole number and a fraction of a whole number. It is used when referring to
temperature and money.
The book is $10.99. ($10.99 = ten dollars and ninety-nine cents)
Normal body temperature is 98.6 Fahrenheit. (98.6 = ninety-eight point six)
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