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Introduction to Writing

Part 2: Word Choice and Punctuation
6 Lessons

Choose precise words and punctuate with confidence.

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1

Writing Concisely

How to cut unnecessary words and express your ideas more clearly and directly.

25 min
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2

Appropriate and Precise Wording

Choose words that are accurate, appropriate and precise so that your meaning comes through clearly.

25 min
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3

Commas: When to Use Them and When Not To

Learn when commas guide your reader clearly and when they create unnecessary clutter.

25 min
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4

Comma Splices, Semicolons and Colons

How to join independent clauses correctly, and how to use semicolons and colons with confidence.

25 min
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5

Apostrophes and Quotation Marks

How to use apostrophes to show possession and omission, and quotation marks to present speech, titles and special words.

25 min
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6

Dashes, Brackets, End Punctuation and Hyphens

How to use dashes, brackets, end punctuation, and hyphens with confidence in your writing.

25 min
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