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Question Marks Flashcards
AQA GCSE English Language specification
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Question mark usage
A question mark is used at the end of a sentence to indicate a direct question.
Direct question example
Example: 'What time is the meeting?'
Question marks in rhetorical questions
Rhetorical questions also end with a question mark, even if no answer is expected.
Rhetorical question example
Example: 'Why should we settle for less?'
Question marks in dialogue
Question marks are used in dialogue to show a character is asking a question.
Dialogue example with question mark
Example: 'Are you coming to the party?' she asked.
Question marks and tone
Question marks can convey curiosity, confusion, or challenge depending on context.
Avoiding question marks in indirect questions
Indirect questions do not use question marks. Example: 'He asked if I was coming to the party.'
Question marks and technical accuracy
Correct use of question marks is essential for achieving technical accuracy in writing (AO6).
Question marks in persuasive writing
Question marks can be used in persuasive writing to engage the reader and provoke thought.

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