Punctuation For Class 7 With Rules, Examples & Practice Exercises

Most Class 7 students lose marks because their punctuation is careless. Missing full stops, random commas, and confusing quotation marks make even correct answers look weak. That is why punctuation for Class 7 needs to be practiced properly. This blog breaks down every punctuation mark with simple rules and usable examples so your writing stops looking messy. Learn this once, apply it everywhere, and avoid losing marks for mistakes that are completely preventable.

Punctuation Marks for Class 7 Students

Punctuation Marks are the symbols that are used in sentences to express certain emotions. They denote the end of a sentence when there is a pause etc. Not only this, they are an important part of the writing which helps to make the meaning of sentences clear to understand. To help you out, we have compiled all the punctuation marks for Class 7 students that will assist you in making clear sentences.

Period ( . )

The period punctuation ( . ) is an important punctuation that is usually used at the end of the sentence in English Grammar. Both in the written and spoken languages the period is used at the end of the sentence after the ending word.

For Example:  

I am coming back.

He is going to work.

Comma ( , )

The comma punctuation ( , ) is a punctuation that indicates a break or pause in the sentence. It is normally put before a phrase or conjunction (like and, or, but) at the closing of the sentence.

For Example:

Conjunction	Examples
but	I am going home, but he is not going with me.
and	They have bought apples, grapes, and oranges from the fruit shop.
or	Did it arrive today or did it arrive yesterday?

Question Mark ( ? )

The question mark ( ? ) is used in the sentence to show a question and is normally placed at the closing of the sentence. However, if the question is incomplete, it can also be used in the middle of the sentence.

For Example:

Are you coming to the party?

Why are you looking outside the window?

Exclamation Mark( ! )

The Exclamation Mark ( ! ) is used to display strong emotions and feelings in a sentence. Normally, this punctuation is placed at the end of the sentence but it can also be used at the middle of the sentence.

For Example: 

I can’t believe you played that song!

Get off my garden!

Semi Colon( ; )

The semi-colon is mainly used for joining two independent clauses in a sentence. It can also be used for separating the list of items.

For Example:

I am going to the party; you can stay here.

The meeting attendees included Mark, the CEO; Sarah, the CFO; and David, the COO.

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Colon ( : )

A colon punctuation is used to introduce the texts or lists, to give emphasis, and for the clarification of the composition titles. 

For Example:

They brought three things from the grocery store: bread, egg, milk, and butter.

The movie was a one-time watch: the acting was fine, the plot was mysterious, and the ending was clueless.

Apostrophe( ‘ )

The Apostrophe is used to show contraction or possession in a sentence. In the case of possession, the apostrophe can be placed before the noun and an s can be added. However, for contractions, the apostrophe can be placed after the missed letter.

For Example: 

Apostrophe Uses	Examples
Possession	The dog’s food is on the floor.
Contraction	You can’t just play like that.

Ellipses(…)

The Eliipses is a type of Punctuation mark that shows a trailing off or omission in a sentence. There are usually three dots in ellipses which can be added more if required. 

For Example: 

I was thinking about you today…

He was going to say…forget it.

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Quotation Marks(“ “)

Quotation Marks show the speech, article, or book’s title. Moreover, quotation mark can be placed around the quoted words.

For Example: 

“Animal Farm” is a Classical novel.

She said, “I will play with you”.

Dash( — )

The dash shows a break in a particular sentence like an interruption. It is also used when we want to give some extra information in a sentence.

For Example: 

They were on vacation from 5–10 July.

Many children–playing video games–do not know what playing outside feels like.

Hyphen( – )

The hyphen is mainly used in English Grammar for combining two words such as a suffix, and a prefix or a compound word.

For Example:

He arrived at the party empty-handed.

The editor-in-chief is on holiday today.

Underscore ( _ )

Underscore is used in a sentence to provide observation about the situation, idea or fact. They are particularly used in urls, file names or email addresses.

For Example:

His email address is [email protected]

The diary is _ the table.

Punctuation For Class 7: Practice Exercises With Answers

This exercise section is designed to help Class 7 students apply punctuation rules instead of memorising them. Practice them carefully to reduce careless punctuation errors in writing tasks.

Exercise 1: Add the Missing Punctuation

Instructions: Rewrite each sentence by adding the correct punctuation marks.

Questions:

1. what is your name
   
2. i bought apples oranges and bananas
   
3. she said i will call you later
   
4. we are going to delhi tomorrow
   
5. wow that was an amazing match
   
6. my brothers bag is missing
   
7. can you help me with homework
   
8. its raining outside
   
9. the teacher asked are you ready
   
10. i finished my work yesterday

Answers

1. What is your name?
   
2. I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.
   
3. She said, “I will call you later.”
   
4. We are going to Delhi tomorrow.
   
5. Wow! That was an amazing match.
   
6. My brother’s bag is missing.
   
7. Can you help me with homework?
   
8. It’s raining outside.
   
9. The teacher asked, “Are you ready?”
   
10. I finished my work yesterday.

Exercise 2: Choose the Correct Punctuation

Instructions: Select the correct punctuation mark for each sentence.

Questions:

1. What time is the meeting ( ? / . )
   
2. She likes tea ( , / . ) coffee and juice
   
3. That was unbelievable ( ! / ? )
   
4. Riya ( ’s / s’ ) book is on the table
   
5. We need eggs milk and bread ( , / ; )
   
6. Are you coming today ( ? / ! )
   
7. He said ( “ / ’ ) I am ready ( “ / ’ )
   
8. The match starts at 5 pm ( . / : )
   
9. My sister is tall ( – / , ) smart and confident
   
10. Stop talking ( ! / . )

Answers:

1. ?
   
2. ,
   
3. !
   
4. ’s
   
5. ,
   
6. ?
   
7. “ ”
   
8. .
   
9. ,
   
10. !

Exercise 3: Correct the Punctuation Errors

Instructions: Rewrite each sentence by correcting the punctuation mistakes.

Questions:

1. where are you going.
   
2. She said i am tired
   
3. my fathers office is nearby
   
4. he bought pens pencils erasers
   
5. what a beautiful painting
   
6. the movie starts at 7 30 pm
   
7. dont be late for class
   
8. are you sure about this
   
9. we visited paris london and rome
   
10. the coach shouted run faster

Answers:

1. Where are you going?
   
2. She said, “I am tired.”
   
3. My father’s office is nearby.
   
4. He bought pens, pencils, erasers.
   
5. What a beautiful painting!
   
6. The movie starts at 7:30 pm.
   
7. Don’t be late for class.
   
8. Are you sure about this?
   
9. We visited Paris, London, and Rome.
   
10. The coach shouted, “Run faster!”

Exercise 4: Identify the Punctuation Mark Used

Instructions: Name the punctuation mark used in each sentence.

Questions:

1. Stop that noise!
   
2. Can you finish this today?
   
3. She bought apples, mangoes, and grapes.
   
4. Rahul’s bicycle is broken.
   
5. He said, “I agree.”
   
6. The train arrives at 6:00 am.
   
7. Wait… I am thinking.
   
8. This book is well-written.
   
9. Bring the following items: pen, notebook, ruler.
   
10. She whispered, “Be careful.”

Answers:

1. Exclamation mark
   
2. Question mark
   
3. Comma
   
4. Apostrophe
   
5. Quotation marks
   
6. Colon
   
7. Ellipses
   
8. Hyphen
   
9. Colon
   
10. Quotation marks

Exercise 5: Rewrite Using Proper Punctuation

Instructions: Rewrite the sentences using correct punctuation and capital letters.

Questions:

1. my mother asked are you hungry
   
2. i cant find my shoes
   
3. the sign says keep quiet
   
4. oh no i forgot my book
   
5. we have maths science and english today
   
6. the principal said welcome students
   
7. its a cold morning
   
8. please bring a pen pencil and eraser
   
9. what a long journey
   
10. he asked where is the bus stop

Answers:

1. My mother asked, “Are you hungry?”
   
2. I can’t find my shoes.
   
3. The sign says, “Keep quiet.”
   
4. Oh no! I forgot my book.
   
5. We have Maths, Science, and English today.
   
6. The principal said, “Welcome, students.”
   
7. It’s a cold morning.
   
8. Please bring a pen, pencil, and eraser.
   
9. What a long journey!
   
10. He asked, “Where is the bus stop?”
    

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