Grammar Day: Exclamation Points

Grammar is a tricky subject. With all the rules and exceptions, how can a person keep track? I can't answer that, but I can help with little pieces here and there.

Today's Topic: Exclamation Points

I won't tell you to avoid them completely--but do use them sparingly.

Consider them an opportunity to emphasize a point. (See what I did there?) If every sentence ends with one, the writing sounds like a five-year-old on their third energy drink.

We went to a party, and there was dancing and music! My favorite rock star was there! I had pop and danced all night!

If you omit most of those, it allows you to showcase the most exciting part.

We went to a party, and there was dancing and music. My favorite rock star was there! I had pop and danced all night.

Final Note: Exclamation points have a place in professional and creative writing, but it is a very small one. People don't enjoy being yelled at.

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