Dialogue Writing with Correct Punctuation

Name: ___________________________
Date: ___________________________

💬 Remember:

  • Use speech marks ("...") around the words being spoken
  • Start a new line when a different person speaks
  • Use a comma before closing speech marks if the sentence continues
  • Punctuation goes inside the speech marks

Part A: Fix the Dialogue

Rewrite these sentences with correct punctuation and speech marks.

1. where are you going asked Sarah

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2. I'm heading to the library replied Tom

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3. can I come with you she asked eagerly

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Part B: Complete the Conversation

Add the missing speech marks and punctuation to this dialogue.

What's your favourite subject? asked Mia.

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I love science replied Jake. What about you?

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I prefer art said Mia. We're painting today!

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Part C: Write Your Own Dialogue

Write a conversation between two friends meeting after school. Use correct punctuation and speech marks. Include at least 4 lines of dialogue.

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