Grade 4 · Writing · Lesson 5

Apply Correct Punctuation in Long Sentences

Long sentences need punctuation to help readers understand the structure and pauses. The main marks used in long sentences are: commas, semicolons, colons, and dashes. Each has a specific role.

What this lesson teaches

1Add correct punctuation to unpunctuated long sentences
2Distinguish correctly and incorrectly punctuated sentences
3Explain the role of commas, semicolons, colons, and dashes in long sentences

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