

Punctuation marks are symbols used in writing to clarify meaning, show sentence structure, and express tone. They help readers understand when a sentence ends, when a question is asked, or when emotions are expressed.
Punctuation marks are important because they:
Make writing clear and meaningful
Show questions, emotions, and statements
Help organize lists and ideas
Improve grammar, reading fluency, and writing accuracy
Correct punctuation ensures that a sentence conveys the intended message.
Grade 6 students should understand and use these punctuation marks:
Full Stop (.) – ends a simple or declarative sentence
Question Mark (?) – ends an interrogative sentence
Exclamation Mark (!) – expresses strong emotion or excitement
Comma (,) – separates items in a series or list
Apostrophe (’) – shows possession or ownership
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Grade 6 students should know full stops, commas, question marks, exclamation marks, and apostrophes.
An interrogative sentence asks a question and ends with a question mark.
Punctuation helps students write clearly, express ideas correctly, and improve overall grammar skills.
Students can improve by practicing worksheets, reading regularly, and editing their own writing.
Common mistakes include missing commas, incorrect apostrophe use, and wrong sentence endings.