Which of the sentences below is not punctuated correctly?
A) Samantha promised that "she would leave promptly at midnight."
B) Mr. Smith asked, "Who is going to give the presentation at the meeting this afternoon?"
C) My grandmother said, "I have a surprise for you"; then she handed me the car keys.
D) "If you hear a loud noise," Jonathan advised, "run out of the cave immediately."

Question

Which of the sentences below is not punctuated correctly?
A) Samantha promised that "she would leave promptly at midnight."
B) Mr. Smith asked, "Who is going to give the presentation at the meeting this afternoon?"
C) My grandmother said, "I have a surprise for you"; then she handed me the car keys.
D) "If you hear a loud noise," Jonathan advised, "run out of the cave immediately."

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The sentence should be punctuated as follows: "Samantha promised that she would leave promptly at midnight."

Which of the Sentences Below Is Not Punctuated Correctly