Dashes/Ellipses

Front

What do ellipses indicate in a text?

Back

Ellipses indicate omitted text from a quotation or an unfinished thought.

Front

Where should a dash be placed in a sentence?

Back

A dash is used to show a sudden break in a sentence or to emphasize a word or clause.

Front

How do you correctly use ellipses in a sentence?

Back

Ellipses are used to indicate that some text has been omitted.

Front

What punctuation is used to show interruption in speech?

Back

A dash is used to show that someone's speech is being interrupted.

Front

What is the purpose of ellipses in writing?

Back

Ellipses are used to indicate a pause, an unfinished thought, or omitted text.

Front

How many dots are in an ellipsis?

Back

An ellipsis consists of three dots.

Front

What is the difference between a dash and a hyphen?

Back

A dash is longer than a hyphen and is used to create a break in a sentence, while a hyphen is used to connect words.

Front

Can ellipses be used at the end of a sentence?

Back

Yes, ellipses can be used at the end of a sentence to indicate that the thought is incomplete.

Front

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

Back

Example: "I was going to the store—but then it started to rain."

Front

What does it mean when a sentence has ellipses?

Back

It often means that some information has been left out or that the thought is trailing off.