Worksheet on Punctuating Dialogue with Speech Marks

English
Year 9
9 questions
~18 mins
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A worksheet focusing on the correct use of speech marks in punctuating dialogue, involving error correction tasks.

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Worksheet on Punctuating Dialogue with Speech Marks

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Grade Year 9
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Understanding Speech Marks and Punctuation

Sarah looked out of the window and said, 'Its a beautiful day today' she smiled. 'Let's go for a walk,' he suggested. 'Do you think it will rain later?' she asked. 'I hope not,' replied Tom. 'Remember, 'be careful' when crossing the road,' warned Mum.
1.
Identify and correct the errors related to speech marks and punctuation in the above passage.
[4 marks]
2.
In the corrected passage, identify where the speech marks were missing or incorrectly placed.
[2 marks]
3.
Explain why it is important to use speech marks correctly in writing dialogue.
[2 marks]
4.
Rewrite the following sentence with correct punctuation: The teacher asked Have you finished your homework
[2 marks]
5.
Choose the correct version of the sentence: Which is correct?
Aa) 'Can you help me,' asked Luke.
Bb) 'Can you help me,' asked Luke.
Cc) 'Can you help me?' asked Luke.
Dd) 'Can you help me.' asked Luke.
6.
Identify the mistake in the punctuation of this dialogue: 'I am tired' she said.
[2 marks]
7.
Analyze the following dialogue and suggest improvements: 'Are you coming?' He asked 'Yes,' she replied
[4 marks]
8.
Create a short dialogue between two friends planning a weekend activity, ensuring correct use of speech marks and punctuation.
9.
Identify and correct the errors in this sentence: 'Wow that is amazing' she exclaimed.
[2 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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