
Dashes, Parentheses, and Apostrophes
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9th - 12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dash?
Back
A dash is a punctuation mark used to show a sudden break in a sentence, to emphasize a word or clause, or to indicate that someone's speech is being interrupted.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use parentheses?
Back
Parentheses are used around words or phrases that are included in a sentence to add information or clarify an idea.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct punctuation for possessive nouns?
Back
To show possession, add an apostrophe. For singular nouns, add 's (e.g., the dog's leash). For plural nouns ending in 's', add just an apostrophe (e.g., the dogs' park).
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a dash and a hyphen?
Back
A dash (—) is used to create a strong break in a sentence, while a hyphen (-) is used to connect words or parts of words, such as in compound adjectives.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you punctuate a sentence with parentheses?
Back
When using parentheses, the punctuation for the sentence should remain outside the parentheses unless the entire sentence is within them.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct way to punctuate a sentence with a dash?
Back
A dash can be used to set off additional information or an interruption in a sentence, often with spaces on either side (e.g., 'I was going to—well, never mind').
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct form of the possessive for 'students'?
Back
The correct possessive form is 'students'' (e.g., the students' books).
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