Final Exam Review: American Lit.- Hyphens

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What is a hyphen?

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A hyphen is a punctuation mark (-) used to join words or parts of words together, such as in compound adjectives or to indicate a word break.

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When should you use a hyphen in compound adjectives?

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Use a hyphen in compound adjectives when they appear before a noun to clarify meaning, e.g., 'well-known author'.

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Correct the following sentence: 'Bob Johnson is too self confident for his own good.'

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Bob Johnson is too self-confident for his own good.

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What is the correct form of 'six year old'?

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The correct form is 'six-year-old' when used as an adjective.

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Identify the correct hyphenation: 'a well traveled man' or 'a well-traveled man'?

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The correct form is 'a well-traveled man'.

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What is the rule for hyphenating numbers?

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Hyphenate compound numbers from twenty-one to ninety-nine when written out.

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Correct the following: 'The latitude of Chicago is forty two degrees.'

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The correct form is 'The latitude of Chicago is forty-two degrees.'

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When is it necessary to use a hyphen with 'self'?

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Use a hyphen with 'self' when it precedes another word, e.g., 'self-esteem'.

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What is the purpose of a hyphen in a sentence?

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Hyphens clarify meaning by linking words or parts of words, preventing ambiguity.

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Provide an example of a sentence that uses a hyphen correctly.

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Example: 'She is a well-respected teacher in the community.'