English Literature GCSE
Punctuation of quotations
What Punctuation of quotations means in English Literature GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Punctuation of quotations
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Using punctuation to mark clauses and quotations precisely, embedding and punctuating short quotations as part of your own sentence.
Topics that use Punctuation of quotations
- Component 1: Shakespeare and Post-1914 Literature - Learning outcomes (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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