Strunk Practice Flashcard 5b-8b

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What is the correct punctuation for the sentence: 'Josue desperately tried to start the ___ luck.'?

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car. No

Front

How should the sentence 'Playing at the ___ had a wonderful time.' be punctuated?

Back

beach, we

Front

What is the correct punctuation for the title in the sentence: 'The essay was titled Journey ____ Literary Review.'?

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Unfolded: A

Front

What punctuation is needed in the sentence: 'We must use particular ____ Quizziz, Mastery Manager, and AP Classroom.'?

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programs:

Front

How should the sentence 'Family-owned ___ those in rural ___ are closing ___ them out of the market.' be punctuated?

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restaurants, especially…areas... down. Big chains are pushing...

Front

What is the purpose of using a colon in a sentence?

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To introduce a list, explanation, or quotation.

Front

What is the difference between a semicolon and a comma?

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A semicolon connects closely related independent clauses; a comma separates items in a list or clauses.

Front

When should you use a dash in writing?

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To create emphasis or indicate a break in thought.

Front

What is the function of an ellipsis in writing?

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To indicate omitted text or a pause in thought.

Front

What punctuation is used to indicate a direct address in a sentence?

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Commas are used to set off the name or title of the person being addressed.