Brackets and hyphens review

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What is the purpose of using hyphens in writing?

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Hyphens are used to join words or parts of words together, such as in compound adjectives (e.g., well-known) or to indicate a range (e.g., 10-20).

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When should you use brackets in your writing?

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Brackets are used to add explanatory information or clarifications to the text.

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What is the difference between brackets and parentheses?

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Brackets [ ] are typically used for editorial comments or clarifications, while parentheses ( ) are used for additional information that is not essential to the main point.

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Is the statement 'Brackets are a form of punctuation mark' true or false?

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True.

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How do you correctly write the number 46 in words?

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Forty-six.

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What is a compound adjective?

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A compound adjective is formed when two or more words are combined to modify a noun, often connected by a hyphen (e.g., high-speed train).

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Provide an example of a sentence using brackets correctly.

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The committee (which met last week) decided to postpone the event.

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What is the correct way to write 'twenty one' in numerical form?

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21.

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When is it appropriate to use a hyphen in a number?

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Hyphens are used in written numbers between twenty-one and ninety-nine.

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What is the function of punctuation marks in writing?

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Punctuation marks help clarify meaning, indicate pauses, and separate ideas in writing.