Commas, Dashes, and Ellipses

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What punctuation mark is used to set off non-essential information in a sentence?

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Dashes are used to set off non-essential information.

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What is the purpose of an ellipsis in writing?

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An ellipsis indicates an unfinished thought or a pause in speech.

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How do commas function in a list?

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Commas separate items in a list to clarify meaning.

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When should you use a dash instead of a comma?

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Use a dash to create emphasis or to set off information that is more dramatic or important.

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What does an ellipsis signify when used in dialogue?

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It signifies a pause or an unfinished thought.

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate a break in thought?

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Dashes can indicate a break in thought.

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How do you use commas with coordinating conjunctions?

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Use a comma before a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) when connecting two independent clauses.

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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 emphasis or indicate a break in thought, while a hyphen connects words.

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When should you use an ellipsis at the end of a sentence?

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Use an ellipsis at the end of a sentence to indicate that the thought is incomplete.

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate a sudden change in thought?

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Dashes are used to indicate a sudden change in thought.