📝 Part 1: Speech Marks Knowledge

1. Which sentence uses speech marks correctly?

"We will remember them, said the soldier."

"We will remember them," said the soldier.

We will remember them," said the soldier.

2. Add the missing punctuation to this dialogue:

The veteran smiled and said _______ I was proud to serve my country _______

3. Which punctuation marks can come before closing speech marks? (Tick all that apply)

Full stop (.)

Comma (,)

Question mark (?)

Exclamation mark (!)

4. Rewrite this sentence with correct speech marks and punctuation:

Grandpa told us about Gallipoli he said it was a place of great courage

✍️ Part 2: Anzac Dialogue Writing

Remember: Use speech marks " " around the exact words someone says. Put punctuation inside the speech marks.

5. Write a short dialogue between a grandchild and their grandparent about Anzac Day. Include at least 4 lines of speech with correct punctuation.

Example starter:

"Grandma, why do we have a dawn service on Anzac Day?" asked Sarah.
"Well, dear," replied Grandma, "the soldiers landed at Gallipoli at dawn."

6. Write a conversation between two friends discussing what they learned about Anzac soldiers. Use correct speech punctuation.

Helpful phrases: "Did you know that...?" • "I think..." • "My teacher said..." • "That's interesting because..."

🌅 Part 3: Creative Anzac Scene

7. Imagine you are at a dawn service. Write a short scene with dialogue between people attending. Include their thoughts and feelings about remembering the Anzacs.

Ideas to include:

• The bugler playing the Last Post
• People laying wreaths
• Feelings of respect and remembrance
• The meaning of "Lest we forget"

8. Check your work: Have you used speech marks correctly in all your dialogues?

Yes, I checked all my speech marks and punctuation

I need to go back and fix some mistakes

9. Use these describing words related to war to enhance your writing:

Describing Words: brave, heroic, solemn, sacrifice, honor, courage, remembrance, sacrifice, peaceful, valiant, heart-wrenching, proud, dedicated, resilient, emotional, and respectful.