Commas, Dashes, and Ellipses

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What is a comma?

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A punctuation mark used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

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What is a dash?

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A punctuation mark used to indicate a break in thought or to set off additional information.

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What is an ellipsis?

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A punctuation mark consisting of three dots (...) used to indicate an omission or a pause in thought.

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When should you use a comma in a list?

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Use commas to separate items in a list to clarify meaning.

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What does a dash indicate in a sentence?

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A dash indicates a break in thought or adds emphasis to additional information.

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How is an ellipsis used in writing?

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An ellipsis is used to show that something has been omitted or to create suspense.

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What punctuation mark is used to set off non-essential information?

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Dashes are often used to set off non-essential information in a sentence.

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What is the purpose of using commas in complex sentences?

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Commas help clarify the meaning by separating clauses and phrases.

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How can ellipses convey a passage of time?

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Ellipses can suggest that time has passed between events or thoughts.

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What punctuation mark should be used to indicate a pause in dialogue?

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Commas are often used to indicate a pause in dialogue.