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It has simply evolved over time to look this way.
It began as the Latin quaestiÅ meaning "question" which was abbreviated to "qo" in the Middle Ages. The q was written above the o which has evolved to the modern symbol.
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The question mark's shape evolved from its early Latin form, a lowercase "q" over a dot. The raised dot eventually merged with the curve to form the modern question mark we recognize today. This evolution likely occurred to visually distinguish it from other punctuation marks.
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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.
A good way to end a sentence?
A good way to end a sentence is by using strong punctuation like a period, question mark, or exclamation point to clearly signal the completion of the thought.
Why do we use question mark symbol only for each and every question?
The question mark symbol is used primarily in written language to indicate that a sentence is a question and it prompts the reader to understand that a question is being asked. It serves as a punctuation mark to signal an interrogative sentence, helping to clarify the intention of the statement.
What is a question?
a question
The way to ask questions in Japanese?
To ask a question in Japanese, you can either raise the intonation at the end of the sentence, add the question particle "ă" (ka) at the end, or use question words like äœ (nani - what), èȘ° (dare - who), ă〠(itsu - when), ă©ă (doko - where), ăȘă (naze - why), and ă©ă (dou - how).
How do you use the word distinguish in sentence?
The way to distinguish between the answer and the question is to look at which one comes first and has a question mark at the end.
What does James look like?
Are you an idiot? There's no way to answer that question.
Why do you have 2 put a question mark at the end of a questin?
You put it there because it is the way English language goes. like this as an example...... What is your favortite color? Cause when you start with words like who what when where and why they're question mark questions
What does James girlfriend look like?
Are you an idiot? There's no way to answer that question.
What is another way of saying get out of the way?
Could you move please [Question mark] Excuse me, may I pass [Question mark] Step aside, I need to pass.
What constellation contains a group of stars that looks like a backward question mark?
A backward question mark is usually the way to locate the constellation Leo, however, that is only the head of the "Lion". See related link for a star map.
When using an exclamation mark in a question do you end the sentence with the exclamation mark first or the question mark first?
Your question actually points the way to the answer. If the sentence is a question, it should end with a question mark. When you include an exclamation within a question, you also include the exclamation point within the full stop of the sentence.
Where do you put question marks in spanish?
you put an upside down question mark in the beginning and then a regular question mark at the end. Example: ¿Donde esta? The way to do a updside down question mark when typing is: SHIFT+CTRL+ALT+?
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.
How many baseballs did Mark McGwire sign?
There is no way of knowing the Answer to this question.
How do you make a question mark on facebook?
The same way you do anywhere else.
On mysimskingdom how do you get the question mark essence?
The easiest way is in the garbage cans.
