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Guide to Spelling Place Names
Tips for Spelling Proper Names
Correct Use of Punctuation Marks
How to Use Commas
Tips for Proper Use of Commas
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Examples of Poor Word Choice
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Summary: Beware of exclamation points! Watch an overview of common punctuation marks in this free self-editing lesson for writers and job seekers.
Kari Wethington is a journalist based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Kari’s experience includes reporting, editing, online journalism and video production. She is a 2003 graduate of Oberlin...read more
"Hi, I am Kari Wethington for expertvillage.com. Today we are doing Writer's Guide Self Editing Basics. Let's talk about punctuation. This something that really experienced writer's can get confused about. There are so many rules. There are so many different types of punctuation. For example people often overuse exclamation points and in business writing that is really not a good idea. And commas are something that is really confusing and there are a lot of rules surrounding them. So we are going to look at commas and other punctuation to keep in mind in all of your writing."
eHow Article: Correct Use of Punctuation Marks
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