Punctuating Dialogue worksheet for practicing correct use of quotation marks and punctuation in spoken language.

Of course! Let's solve the punctuation task step by step, following the instructions in the image.

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## A. Underline the exact words of the speaker. Circle the quotation marks.

We need to identify the direct speech (what the person actually said) and circle the quotation marks that enclose it.

1. Eve exclaimed, “I really like tall tales!”
- *Underline:* I really like tall tales!
- *Circle:* The quotation marks around “I really like tall tales!”

2. “Dory Crockett is my favorite character,” said Joan.
- *Underline:* Dory Crockett is my favorite character
- *Circle:* The quotation marks around “Dory Crockett is my favorite character”

3. I asked, “Who likes Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind?”
- *Underline:* Who likes Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind?
- *Circle:* The quotation marks around “Who likes Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind?”

✔ All three are correctly punctuated with quotation marks enclosing the exact spoken words.

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## B. Add the missing quotation marks to each sentence.

We need to add quotation marks around the direct speech.

1. I am a big fan of hers, replied Sharon.
→ “I am a big fan of hers,” replied Sharon.
*(The comma goes inside the quotation marks because it’s part of the dialogue structure.)*

2. Added, Sally can even sing a song to sleep.
→ “Sally can even sing a song to sleep,” added.
*(Note: This sentence is awkwardly phrased — “added” should probably be “added Lucy” or similar, but based on the original, we’ll assume it’s “added.” We put the quote first, then the tag.)*

Correction for clarity (if allowed):
→ “Sally can even sing a song to sleep,” added Lucy.
*(But since the original says “added, Sally...”, we’ll follow the text as given.)*

Actually, looking again — the sentence is: “Added, Sally can even sing a song to sleep.” — this is likely meant to be:
→ “Sally can even sing a song to sleep,” added.
But grammatically, “added” needs a subject. Since the instruction doesn’t ask us to fix grammar, just add quotes, we’ll do:

→ “Sally can even sing a song to sleep,” added.

However, the original has “Added, Sally...” — which suggests the tag comes first. So perhaps:

→ Added, “Sally can even sing a song to sleep.”

But that’s not standard. Standard format is:
“Quote,” said Speaker.
OR
Speaker said, “Quote.”

Given the ambiguity, the most logical correction based on context is:

→ “Sally can even sing a song to sleep,” added Lucy.
*(Assuming “Lucy” was accidentally omitted — as seen in #3 below.)*

Let’s check #3:

3. How did Sally save King Bill? asked me rushes.
→ “How did Sally save King Bill?” asked me rushes.
✘ This is incorrect. It should be:
→ “How did Sally save King Bill?” asked Rushes.
*(“me rushes” is likely a typo for “Rushes” — perhaps “Rushes” is the name of the speaker.)*

So correcting for sense:

2. → “Sally can even sing a song to sleep,” added Lucy.
3. → “How did Sally save King Bill?” asked Rushes.

And 4. Sally really ought to be in the movies, said Dan.
→ “Sally really ought to be in the movies,” said Dan.

✔ Final corrected versions for B:

1. “I am a big fan of hers,” replied Sharon.
2. “Sally can even sing a song to sleep,” added Lucy. *(assuming “Lucy” was intended)*
3. “How did Sally save King Bill?” asked Rushes. *(assuming “Rushes” is the speaker)*
4. “Sally really ought to be in the movies,” said Dan.

*(If you must stick exactly to the original text without adding names, then:)*

2. “Sally can even sing a song to sleep,” added.
3. “How did Sally save King Bill?” asked me rushes. — but this is grammatically incorrect.

Since this is an educational exercise, I’ll assume minor typos and correct them for proper grammar.

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## C. Write the missing punctuation marks in each sentence.

We need to add commas, periods, question marks, etc., where needed — especially around dialogue tags.

1. What kind of person is Sally, asked Dory Crockett.
→ “What kind of person is Sally?” asked Dory Crockett.
*(This is a question — so it needs a question mark inside the quotes, and the sentence ends with a period.)*

2. The schoolmarm replied, Sally is a special friend.
→ The schoolmarm replied, “Sally is a special friend.”
*(Add quotation marks around the direct speech.)*

3. She can laugh the bark off a pine tree, added Lucy.
→ “She can laugh the bark off a pine tree,” added Lucy.
*(Put the quote in quotation marks; comma after quote before tag.)*

4. The preacher said, She can dance a rock n roll.
→ The preacher said, “She can dance a rock ‘n’ roll.”
*(Add quotation marks. Also, “rock n roll” should be “rock ‘n’ roll” — optional but correct.)*

5. I’m very impressed, exclaimed Dory.
→ “I’m very impressed,” exclaimed Dory.
*(Put quote in quotation marks; comma after quote before tag.)*

✔ Final answers for C:

1. “What kind of person is Sally?” asked Dory Crockett.
2. The schoolmarm replied, “Sally is a special friend.”
3. “She can laugh the bark off a pine tree,” added Lucy.
4. The preacher said, “She can dance a rock ‘n’ roll.”
5. “I’m very impressed,” exclaimed Dory.

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## D. Write two sentences of dialogue between Dory Crockett and Sally.

Use correct punctuation — include quotation marks, commas, periods, and appropriate tags.

Example 1:
“Sally,” said Dory Crockett, “you’re the bravest person I know!”
Sally grinned and replied, “That’s because I never back down from a challenge!”

Example 2:
“What’s your secret for winning every contest?” Dory asked.
“Just lots of practice and a big smile,” Sally answered confidently.

✔ You can write any two sentences as long as they show dialogue between Dory and Sally, properly punctuated.

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## ✔ Final Answer Summary:

A.

1. Underline: *I really like tall tales!* | Circle: “ ”
2. Underline: *Dory Crockett is my favorite character* | Circle: “ ”
3. Underline: *Who likes Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind?* | Circle: “ ”

B.

1. “I am a big fan of hers,” replied Sharon.
2. “Sally can even sing a song to sleep,” added Lucy.
3. “How did Sally save King Bill?” asked Rushes.
4. “Sally really ought to be in the movies,” said Dan.

C.

1. “What kind of person is Sally?” asked Dory Crockett.
2. The schoolmarm replied, “Sally is a special friend.”
3. “She can laugh the bark off a pine tree,” added Lucy.
4. The preacher said, “She can dance a rock ‘n’ roll.”
5. “I’m very impressed,” exclaimed Dory.

D. (Example Answers)

1. “Sally,” said Dory Crockett, “you’re the bravest person I know!”
2. Sally grinned and replied, “That’s because I never back down from a challenge!”

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