Mastering Dashes Hyphens and Parentheses

Mastering Dashes Hyphens and Parentheses

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11th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a hyphen?

Back

A hyphen (-) is a punctuation mark used to join words or parts of words, such as in compound adjectives (e.g., twenty-year-old) or to indicate a word break at the end of a line.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should hyphens be used in compound adjectives?

Back

Hyphens should be used in compound adjectives when they precede a noun to clarify meaning (e.g., well-known artist).

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of dashes in writing?

Back

Dashes (—) are used to create emphasis, indicate a break in thought, or add additional information in a sentence.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you differentiate between a hyphen and a dash?

Back

A hyphen (-) connects words, while a dash (—) indicates a pause or break in thought.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the correct use of parentheses?

Back

Parentheses ( ) are used to include additional information or clarifications that are not essential to the main point of the sentence.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When is it appropriate to use dashes instead of commas?

Back

Dashes are used instead of commas when the information is more emphatic or when the writer wants to create a stronger break in the sentence.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a sentence using a dash correctly?

Back

Example: She was the winner—without a doubt.

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