DIRECTIONS:
1. Rewrite each direct quotation with the correct punctuation and capitalization. The speech tag
is underlined for you. Every sentence within the direct quotation is declarative. (16 points)
*Copy and paste the entire sentence into the box and correct it as necessary.
some people prefer cats stated the woman on the talk show other people favor dogs
i enjoyed president abraham lincoln my dad told me he liked to tell funny stories
i have to go derek said to me while on the phone because there’s a call waiting
the ancient greeks mr. hassan said were famous for their cleverness
hello, ralph said a young female calling this is sarah speaking
i can assure you explained the professor that we will have to deal with the problem sooner or later
that said penny is the silliest joke i’ve ever heard
after you log on to the computer said aiko choose a game from the menu
flying is safer than riding in a car robin answered with a smile you shouldn’t worry
nobody tries to impress anyone says harold that’s what makes it such a cool group to be in
i wish answered the weather forecaster that i could give you some good news
i don’t know about that said coraline let’s continue this debate at astor park
okay said amelia and i will always remember to wear my elbow pads
you need a map of the local landmarks her brother said or you won’t know where you are going
i planted beans, peppers, and pumpkins in the garden grandma francine proudly stated they should be ready to pick in a few months
i like chips said milly i also like pretzels, too
DIRECTIONS:
1. Rewrite each direct quotation with the correct punctuation and capitalization. The speech tag
is underlined for you. Every sentence within the direct quotation is exclamatory. (8 points)
*Copy and paste the entire sentence into the box and correct it as necessary.
i was amazed cried the passenger and i am going to tell everyone
that’s silly to even think exclaimed maddie clothes don’t make us who we are
wow, benny, it’s so good to hear your voice sarah exclaimed i am so glad you called
no, you did not have permission my mother yelled to take the family car and go out with your friends
one thing I like replied sarah is recess
whoa, that’s awesome claire’s brother exclaimed i really like the design
the video shows dwayne’s mom on a bridge sasha continued with the water crashing down right behind her
our team won the championship jasmine said as she ran into the house now we get to be on TV
DIRECTIONS:
1. Rewrite each direct quotation with the correct punctuation and capitalization. The speech tag
is underlined for you. Every sentence within the direct quotation is interrogative. (8 points)
*Copy and paste the entire sentence into the box and correct it as necessary.
have you ever heard of niagara falls cassie said is it even in north america
so she prompted what did he want
doesn't your uncle live on a lake said marcus do you think he would take me fishing with him
hey, what are you doing here isaac asked don’t you guys have to stay after school today
what are some of the things mrs. baskin inquired that make school so much fun
when are you going she began to ask and how long will you be there
how long has it been darren replied as he walked to the bus stop since the last bus left
when will bradley come home kelly kept nagging her mom where is he
DIRECTIONS:
1. Rewrite each direct quotation with the correct punctuation and capitalization. The speech tag
is underlined for you. Every sentence within the direct quotation is declarative. (6 points)
*Copy and paste the entire sentence into the box and correct it as necessary.
*Look at the number in parentheses to determine how many sentences are in the quote.
every day, when suzie’s mom dropped off suzie at school, she told her i hope you have a good day and learn something new see you later
(2 sentences)
brett explained to his best friends go to the game without me because i am grounded hopefully, i can go to the game next week in gettysburg
(2 sentences)
i got an F on my math test next time, i will study more patricia said with a sigh
(2 sentences)
my French professor told me your accent is abominable please continue to practice
(2 sentences)
oh, i know how to use an electric saw my uncle jake taught me replied mary ellen
(2 sentences)
be patient while i finish the project go in the other room for a few hours max responded
(2 sentences)
DIRECTIONS:
1. Rewrite each direct quotation with the correct punctuation and capitalization. The speech tag
is underlined for you. Every sentence within the direct quotation is exclamatory. (6 points)
*Copy and paste the entire sentence into the box and correct it as necessary.
*Look at the number in parentheses to determine how many sentences are in the quote.
i heard you read the color purple that's my favorite book becky replied
(2 sentences)
no, it’s not stop being mean the children cried
(2 sentences)
when the song ended, keisha said i’ve got a great idea let’s make a music video
(2 sentences)
you’re lying you don’t remember argued mason
(2 sentences)
my grandmother exclaimed look at this souvenir from the attic this was from my trip to belize with your grandfather it was the most wonderful trip i will cherish this forever
(4 sentences)
as we left, mr. diaz called after me and shouted remember to memorize your poem the presentation is worth 100 points
(2 sentences)
DIRECTIONS:
1. Rewrite each direct quotation with the correct punctuation and capitalization. The speech tag
is underlined for you. Every sentence within the direct quotation is interrogative. (6 points)
*Copy and paste the entire sentence into the box and correct it as necessary.
*Look at the number in parentheses to determine how many sentences are in the quote.
the teacher asked did you spit out your gum before entering the classroom did you remember to hang your jacket in your locker did you check-in for attendance
(3 sentences)
are you sure you have the right suspect where was he between the hours of one and two the investigator challenged
(2 sentences)
sasha asked nicely what can i do to help you would you like to meet me at the san diego zoo for our research project
(2 sentences)
why did you do that to your hair did you look in the mirror rue yelled with a concerned look on her face
(2 sentences)
mom asked did you pack everything for the trip do you have your t-shirts, shorts, and socks what is the current weather in new york city
(3 sentences)
do the scientists really know the answer do you think it will really happen today asked the inquisitive boy
(2 sentences)