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Answer No one actually knows who invented the exclamation mark, although we can be certain that it was not the person above. This site says that it may have developed from some latin characters, and estimates the timeframe in which it was popularized: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exclamation_mark
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The origin of the exclamation mark is unclear, but it is believed to have been used by Greek scholars in the Middle Ages to indicate expressions of joy or excitement in written text. It became more widely adopted in the 15th century as a way to denote emphasis or strong emotion in written language.
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Was is exclamatory?
"Was" by itself is not an exclamation. However, when paired with an exclamation mark or used in an exclamation sentence, it can convey surprise or emphasis.
Can you use exclamation mark for 'good morning'?
Yes, you can use an exclamation mark for "Good morning!" to add emphasis or convey enthusiasm when greeting someone in the morning.
What is the name of the punctuation sign in which the question mark is followed by an exclamation mark?
The punctuation mark in which the question mark is followed by an exclamation mark is called an "interrobang." It is used to express a combination of interrogation and exclamation in writing.
Can an imperative sentence have an exclamation mark?
Of course it can! Imperative sentences are sentences that tell someone to do something. These may be strong commands or weaker requests. If they are strong commands, they will usually have an exclamation mark at the end. For example, the sentence, "Get out!" is imperative and ends with an exclamation mark.
Which of the following can you use to end a sentence?
You can use a period (.), an exclamation mark (!), or a question mark (?) to end a sentence.
What year was the exclamation mark invented in?
what year was the exclamation mark invented in
Is it explanation point or explanation mark?
someone else- It is an exclamation mark. me- well i think it would be an exclamation point because at the end of the thing it has a dot. Like a point. So i think it should be a point and not a mark. me- But exclamation mark is what it is called.
What is the sentence for exclamation?
in sentences there can be an exclamation mark in it!
Is there a capital letter between an exclamation mark?
"Between" an exclamation mark? Exclamation marks do not change the normal rules of capitalization.
Can you put 'and' after an exclamation mark?
An exclamation mark comes at the end of a sentence, and you generally do not begin a new sentence with the word and, so in general you will not have the word and after an exclamation mark.
What does a exclamation mark do?
An exclamation mark is used to indicate strong emotion or emphasis in writing. It can convey excitement, surprise, urgency, or emphasis in a sentence. Overusing exclamation marks can diminish their impact, so it's best to use them sparingly.
What is exclamation mark used for?
to loveAnother AnswerThe exclamation mark (!) is used to project emphasis on a sentence.
Period after exclamation mark?
No, do not put a period after a exclamation mark, it would make you look stupid!.
When was Exclamation Mark - album - created?
Exclamation Mark - album - was created on 2011-11-11.
Is there a capital letter after and exclamation mark?
No, there should not be a capital letter after an exclamation mark. After an exclamation mark, you should start the next sentence with a lowercase letter unless it is a proper noun.
What is the difference between an exclamation mark and an exclamation point?
There is no difference between an exclamation mark and an exclamation point. They both refer to the same punctuation symbol (!) used to convey strong emotions or exclamatory statements in writing.
What is this !?
Also called an exclamation mark
