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JIPMAT 2024

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Punctuations

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Pick the most appropriate punctuation mark for the following sentence :
"There goes the bell ___"

Correct Option: 3
The most appropriate punctuation mark for the sentence "There goes the bell __" is the exclamation mark (!).
The sentence expresses a sudden realization or announcement about a bell ringing, which makes the exclamation mark the most fitting choice to convey this sense of urgency or emphasis. \newline Hence, the correct answer is Option 3.

When to use each punctuation mark:
Full stop (.): Use for neutral statements or mild observations. \newline Example: "The bell rings at noon."
Question mark (?): Use when asking a question. \newline Example: "Did you hear the bell ring?"
Exclamation mark (!): Use to express surprise, urgency, or strong emotion. \newline Example: "There goes the bell!"
Colon (:): Use to introduce a list, explanation, or quotation. \newline Example: "The bell schedule is as follows: morning, noon, and evening."

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