When using quotation marks in Australian English, there are several common mistakes to avoid to ensure clarity and adherence to local conventions: By avoiding these common errors, writers can improve the clarity and professionalism of their text while adhering to the conventions of Australian English. Citations: [1] https://www.eliteediting.com.au/avoiding-americanisms-when-using-australianbritish-english/[2] https://www.stylemanual.gov.au/grammar-punctuation-and-conventions/punctuation/quotation-marks[3] https://www.macquariedictionary.com.au/punctuation-guide/[4] https://www.capstoneediting.com/blog/how-to-use-quotation-marks-correctlyan-introduction[5] https://www.reddit.com/r/australia/comments/otfww8/did_your_school_teach_you_to_use_single_or_double/[6] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quotation_marks_in_English[7] https://www.capstoneediting.com/blog/what-is-the-difference-between-single-and-double-quotation-marks[8] https://www.writerscentre.com.au/blog/qa-quotes-and-punctuation-evil-or-not/[9]…
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In Australian English, the correct use of quotation marks follows specific rules that differ slightly from American English conventions. Here’s a detailed guide on how to use quotation marks correctly in Australian English: Single vs. Double Quotation Marks Australian English typically uses single quotation marks (‘ ‘) for quoting direct speech, titles of certain works,…
In Australian grammar rules, the placement of the full stop in relation to single quotation marks depends on the context of the quotation. If the quotation is a complete sentence, the full stop comes before the closing single quotation mark. However, if the quotation does not form a complete sentence on its own and is…
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