Memory Game PunctuationOnline version Punctuation matching game by Ciaran Campbell Indicates possession or missed letters Separates two, usually similar, clauses, or separates groups of words themselves separated by commas Indicates exact quote, or separates a word being discussed from the body of the text Indicates omission of speech or writing. Could be used to omit unnecessary information or add dramatic effect (Informal) Separates statements and clauses, or indicates additional information Used at the end of a question Provides additional details or introduces direct quote Separates phrases, clauses, or lists of items. Also introduces direct speech Used for emphasis or to record someone speaking loudly Indicate direct speech Indicates new topic, time, place; separates speech; gives dramatic effect Adds additional information to a statement Joins words or shows division of a word at the end of a line Ends a complete sentence