Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) Practice Test

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What do quotation marks indicate in a sentence?

  1. A full stop or pause

  2. Strong feelings or exclamatory intent

  3. Direct speech or quotations

  4. A sudden burst of activity

The correct answer is: Direct speech or quotations

Quotation marks are used primarily to indicate direct speech or quotations. This means when a speaker’s exact words are being reported, it’s important to enclose those words in quotation marks to distinguish them from the rest of the text. This usage clarifies that the words within the marks are not the writer's own but are being cited from someone else. It helps attribute the original speaker or source and provides clarity to the reader. For instance, when someone says, "I'm going to the store," the quotation marks clearly indicate that these are the exact words spoken by that person. This function is essential in both written dialogue in literature and in academic writing when quoting sources.

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