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'The War of the Worlds': How punctuation and sentence structures create impact

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I can explain how a writer uses punctuation and sentence structures to create impact.

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Making predictions can help you to comprehend a new text better. Dashes can be used to add a greater pause for dramatic effect. Colons are used to separate two main clauses and can introduce lists, explanations and quotes. Writers use sentence structures and punctuation for emphasis, to change pace and convey emotion. Use precise quotations to support your analysis of punctuation and sentence structure.

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