England · Year 4 · Ages 8–9 · English

Direct Speech Punctuation

Use inverted commas and other punctuation accurately to mark direct speech and reporting clauses.

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What to learn

Learning goal

I can punctuate dialogue and show who is speaking.

Key words

dialogueinverted commasreporting clausespeakerpunctuation

Quick practice

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Punctuate: Punctuate: Maya said I can help.
Comma: Which is correct: “Wait,” called Ben. / “Wait” called Ben.
Question: Punctuate: Are you coming asked Leo.

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Punctuate

Punctuate: Maya said I can help.

Comma

Which is correct: “Wait,” called Ben. / “Wait” called Ben.

Question

Punctuate: Are you coming asked Leo.

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What a secure answer looks like

1. Maya said, “I can help.”
2. “Wait,” called Ben.
3. “Are you coming?” asked Leo.