Which punctuation mark should be used to offset speech tags in a quotation?(1 point)
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dash
dash
period
period
semicolon
semicolon
comma
comma
The punctuation mark that should be used to offset speech tags in a quotation is a comma.
The punctuation mark that should be used to offset speech tags in a quotation is a comma. When including speech tags like "he said" or "she replied" within a quotation, they should be separated from the quoted text using a comma, as shown in the following example:
"I love reading books," she said.
Please note that this is a general guideline and may vary depending on the style guide or specific writing conventions being followed. It is always a good idea to consult the relevant style guide or ask your instructor or editor for specific requirements.