Dash Exercise 1

Front

What is a dash in writing?

Back

A dash is a punctuation mark used to indicate a pause or break in a sentence, often to set off additional information or to create emphasis.

Front

When should you use dashes in a sentence?

Back

Dashes are used to set off non-essential information, indicate a break in thought, or create emphasis.

Front

How do you correctly use dashes in a sentence?

Back

Dashes should be placed before and after the additional information or phrase that is being emphasized or set off.

Front

What is the difference between a dash and a hyphen?

Back

A dash (—) is longer than a hyphen (-) and is used to create pauses or breaks in sentences, while a hyphen is used to connect words or parts of words.

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using dashes correctly.

Back

My favorite hobbies—painting, reading, and hiking—keep me active and engaged.

Front

What is the purpose of using dashes in writing?

Back

Dashes help to clarify meaning, add emphasis, and create a more engaging writing style.

Front

Identify the correct placement of dashes in this sentence: 'The concert which was amazing was sold out.'

Back

The concert—which was amazing—was sold out.

Front

What is a common mistake when using dashes?

Back

A common mistake is to use dashes too frequently or in place of commas, which can disrupt the flow of the sentence.

Front

How can dashes change the meaning of a sentence?

Back

Dashes can add emphasis or clarify relationships between ideas, changing how the reader interprets the sentence.

Front

What are the three types of dashes?

Back

The three types of dashes are the em dash (—), en dash (–), and hyphen (-). Each serves a different purpose in writing.