Has Punctuation Been Forgotten?.

Perkins, Chris

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ERIC Number: EJ216263

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1979

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Has Punctuation Been Forgotten?

Perkins, Chris

Englisch, v14 n2 p63-67 1979

Laments the neglect of punctuation in English courses, even in university-preparatory schools. Emphasizes the greater importance that punctuation has in English than in German. Illustrates, with example sentences, the interference of the native language and shows how using or omitting a comma can change the meaning of a sentence. (IFS/WGA)

Descriptors: English (Second Language), German, Grammar, Language Instruction, Punctuation, Second Language Learning, Secondary Education, Teaching Methods, Writing Skills

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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