Thursday Morning Riddle

I’m a strike or a spare; I’m when papers you grade;
I will follow a question; how Germans were paid;
To take heed of wise words; make a Z with a blade;
I’m the start line in track; and by cons I am played.

Who am I?

UPDATE: Riddle solved by Justin. See comments for answer.

2 Responses to “Thursday Morning Riddle”

  1. Justin Says:

    Mark

  2. Bill Says:

    Quick off the MARK. Way to go, Justin!

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