Dash Exercise 1

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What is a dash in punctuation?

Back

A dash is a punctuation mark used to indicate a break in thought or to set off information for emphasis.

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When should a dash be used in a sentence?

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A dash should be used to create emphasis, indicate a pause, or set off additional information.

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Where does a dash belong in the sentence: 'When I asked my mother if I could attend the party, she gave me the same answer that she always gives which is "No."'?

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After 'gives'.

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How do you punctuate the sentence: 'Harvard one of the most selective schools in the nation is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.'?

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Harvard--one of the most selective schools in the nation--is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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What is the correct way to add dashes in the sentence: 'The path is four no, it's closer to five miles long.'?

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The path is four - no, it's closer to five - miles long.

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Does the sentence 'My dog-whose name happens to be Oreo-is a black and white Poodle Mix.' correctly use dashes?

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Yes.

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What is the difference between a dash and a hyphen?

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A dash is longer than a hyphen and is used to create a break in thought, while a hyphen is used to connect words or parts of words.

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What is an example of using a dash for emphasis?

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I need to buy groceries - milk, eggs, and bread - before the store closes.

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How can dashes be used to set off a list within a sentence?

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Dashes can be used to enclose a list for clarity, e.g., 'The committee includes John - the leader - Sarah - the secretary - and Mike - the treasurer.'

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What punctuation can be used instead of dashes for similar purposes?

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Commas or parentheses can also be used to set off additional information, but dashes provide more emphasis.