Quotation Marks And Italics

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1.

What is an example of quotation marks being used correctly?
- A.
  
  "Good morning, Bob," greeted Jim.
- B.
  
  "Good mroning, Bob, greeted Frank"
- C.
  
  Good morning, Bob, "Greeted Frank."
Correct Answer
A. "Good morning, Bob," greeted Jim.

Explanation
The correct example of quotation marks being used is "Good morning, Bob," greeted Jim. This is correct because the quotation marks are used to indicate the exact words spoken by Jim when greeting Bob. The comma is placed inside the quotation marks to separate the greeting from the speaker.

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Do you use quotation marks when you write slang?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
Correct Answer
B. No

Explanation
Quotation marks are not typically used when writing slang. Slang is informal language that is often used in casual conversations or informal writing. It is meant to be more relaxed and conversational, so it does not require the use of quotation marks. Instead, slang is usually indicated through the context or the specific words and phrases used. Therefore, the correct answer is "no".

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Can quotation marks be used to list a nickname inside somebody's name?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
Correct Answer
A. Yes

Explanation
Quotation marks can be used to list a nickname inside somebody's name. They are commonly used to indicate that the enclosed word or phrase is not the person's legal or given name, but rather a nickname or alias. This is a common practice in various contexts, such as when referring to celebrities, public figures, or individuals who are known by a different name than their legal one.

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Do you use italics when using foreign words?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
Correct Answer
A. Yes

Explanation
When using foreign words, it is common to use italics to indicate that the word is not in the same language as the surrounding text. This helps to differentiate the foreign word and show that it is being used in its original form. Italicizing foreign words also helps to emphasize them and make them stand out, making it easier for readers to recognize and understand that they are encountering a word from a different language.

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5.

Do you use italics during dialogue when somebody is raising their voice?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
Correct Answer
B. No

Explanation
The use of italics during dialogue is not necessary when somebody is raising their voice. Italics are typically used to emphasize words or phrases, but the act of raising one's voice can be indicated through other means such as exclamation marks, capitalization, or descriptive language. Therefore, it is not a standard practice to use italics specifically for indicating raised voices during dialogue.

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Quotation Marks And Italics

What is an example of quotation marks being used correctly?

Do you use quotation marks when you write slang?

Can quotation marks be used to list a nickname inside somebody's name?

Do you use italics when using foreign words?

Do you use italics during dialogue when somebody is raising their voice?