The document describes common punctuation marks used in English writing, including periods, question marks, exclamation points, and commas. It explains that periods mark the end of sentences, follow initials and abbreviations. Question marks mark the end of direct questions. Commas are used to separate items in lists and parts of sentences, and indicate slight pauses. Exclamation points are used after shouts, orders, or strong feelings are expressed.

1. Period .<br />Marks the end of a sentence.<br />I will go to the zoo.<br />Follows most initials.<br />John F. Kennedy<br />Follows most abbreviations.<br />Jan.<br />Ss.<br />Question mark ?<br />Marks the end of a direct<br />question.<br />Why are you late?<br />Or<br />How do you know?<br />Comma ,<br />Used to separate three or more items on a list.<br />They ate pears, apples, plums, and grapes. <br />Used to indicate a slight pause<br />in a sentence.<br />I wore my favorite dress, the<br />blue one.<br />Used to separate off parts of a<br />sentence.<br />The teacher, Mr. Owen, looked up.<br />Exclamation point !<br />Used after something is shouted.<br />“Help!”<br />Used after an order is given.<br />“Come here!”<br />Used after a strong feeling is expressed.<br />“I am so unhappy!”<br />