End Punctuation Worksheets

Related ELA Standard: L.K.2.B

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At the terminating end (far right) of a sentence we use punctuation to better understand how the material is being communicated. The most common uses of end punctuation are periods, question marks, and exclamation point. If we have a complete sentence, a period is used. If you are asking a question and expecting a response, the question mark is used. If we are trying to stress a sentence as a surprise or a similar strong emotion an exclamation point is used. These worksheets will work through the use of these ending marks.

End Punctuation Worksheets To Print:

Exclamation, Statement, or Question - What kind of sentence are we dealing with here? Read each of them and then label what you determine it to be.

Statement, Question, or Exclamation - There are a dozen of them to classify. Use the key that is given to you to start this worksheet off.

Finish it Off! - Which of those symbols is best used to get the thoughts of the author across to the reader.

What's the Mark? - More of the same here. Using the images that are provided will give you a better understanding of the author's intentions.

Circle It - Figure out which one it ends with and draw a neat circle around them.

Matching Them Together - A little draw the line to the right punctuation marks. Matching is a great chance to compare all of these.

Circle the Correct Ending - Circle the sentence that is properly formed and is well written.

Correct It - Decide whether each of these expressions of thought are statements (S), a questions (Q), or an exclamations (E). Then write in the correct punctuation for each of them.

End Off Each Of Them - Write the correct punctuation at the end of each of these (! . ?).

What Goes Where? - This is a fun one where you should slowly read everything.

Fill In the Ending - What is it missing? Place the proper symbol in the box after you have determined the author's intention here.

Ending Punctuation - Write the correct ending punctuation mark for the following forms of expression. Then circle all the statements that you can see.

Putting an End to It - Identify written questions and place the right marks on the lines.

Where Is The End? - Same as the last worksheet, but now you will work on finding the exclamations.

Identifying Ending Punctuation - Identify whether each sentence is a statement, a question, or an exclamation. Put a check mark in the correct box (S, Q, or E).

Ending Punctuation Multiple Choice - A little multiple choice goes a long way. Do not get confused by the layout of these questions.

Why Do We End Sentences with Punctuation?


Punctuation is an integral part of English grammar. It gives a sense of direction to how a sentence should be read and clarifies the meaning and tone of it. A sentence is a group of words that conveys meaningful information. Every sentence should start with a capital letter and should have one of the three ending punctuations; a full stop, an exclamation mark or a question mark. Following this pattern is proof that the sentence is complete. Punctuations are signs and symbols to better construct a sentence and make the meaning clear for the reader.


The importance of end punctuation can never be underestimated as it determines the conclusion of each sentence. As mentioned above, there are three ways you can determine how to end a sentence. Each one of these punctuations set a different tone for the entire sentence. If the end punctuation is incorrect, it can destroy the purpose of the writing, leaving the whole sentence unclear.



The grammatical rules of the English language indicate that a sentence would always end with punctuation marks. This is because it would show completeness of a sentence. Here are the three punctuation marks that are used to end sentences:


The Period- Full Stop (.)


A full stop shows that a point has been made and that a next sentence can start moving onto stating another point or statement. It marks the end of a declarative or an imperative sentence.


For example: I eat ice cream.


Take a U-turn after the exit.


The period is the punctuation that is also known as a workhorse. This is because the period is the most used punctuation. It is used after the sentence has been completed and there is no remaining ambiguity. A period is used at the end of all declarative sentences.


Every complete sentence is ended by a period. For example,

- The cat was injured due to the accident.
- The lady in white is a doctor.
- Your wounds will heal quickly if you treat them properly.


A period is also used after a command sentence. For example,

- Please close the window.
- Get me a glass of water.
- Follow the rules of the library.


The Question Mark(?)

If the sentence indicates signs of asking something, then it should definitely end with a question mark. End a sentence with a question mark when a direct question is asked.


There are sentences that require some sort of response in return. Such sentences are known as interrogative sentences or questions. A question mark is used at the end of these kinds of questions. Questions usually start with words like who, where, what, when, why, etc.


For example,
- Why did you run from the hall?
- Where were you when the event started?
- What are you wearing tonight?
- When will we go out for dinner?
- Who is arranging the event?
- What is your name?


Exclamation Mark (!)

An exclamation mark is used to indicate strong feelings or emotions within a sentence, such as humor, anger, fear or love. It emphasizes moments of astonishment and passion.


Exclamation marks are also used to end sentences. However, the role of an exclamation mark is quite different from a period and question mark. It used after highly emotional sentences. They depict excitement and feelings. Such sentences are known as exclamatory sentences.


For example,
- You are annoying!
- Happy Birthday, Josh!
- Thank you so much, Mrs. Adam!
- What a cute kitten!
- I love you!
- Help!
- There is a snake in the ground!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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