Which sentence uses parenthesis correctly?

The signing of the Declaration of Independence (July 4, 1776) was a critical moment for the American Colonies.

The signing of the (Declaration of Independence) July 4, 1776 was a critical moment for the American Colonies.

The signing of the Declaration of Independence July 4, 1776 was a (critical moment) for the American Colonies.

Which sentence uses parenthesis correctly?

The signing of the Declaration of Independence (July 4, 1776) was a critical moment for the American Colonies.

The signing of the (Declaration of Independence) July 4, 1776 was a critical moment for the American Colonies.

The signing of the Declaration of Independence July 4, 1776 was a (critical moment) for the American Colonies.

Which sentence uses the parenthesis correctly?

I found the answer in the frequently asked questions (FAQ).

I found the answer in the (frequently asked questions) FAQ.

I found the answer in the frequently asked questions (FAQ.)

Which sentence uses the parenthesis correctly

The American Civil War (1861-1865) was a defining event of the 19th century for the U.S.

The American Civil War 1861-1865 was a defining event of the 19th century for the (U.S).

The American Civil War 1861-1865 was a defining event of the (19th century) for the U.S.

Which sentence uses the parenthesis correctly

She paid a lot ($300) for the running shoes.

She paid (a lot) $300 for the running shoes.

She paid a lot $300 (for the running shoes).

Which sentence uses the parenthesis correctly

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is the regulating organization for many colleges and universities in the United States.

The National Collegiate Athletic Association NCAA is the regulating organization for many colleges and universities (in the United States).

The National Collegiate (Athletic Association) NCAA is the regulating organization for many colleges and universities in the United States.

Which sentence is correctly punctuated?

I'll get back to you tomorrow (Friday).

I'll get (back to) you tomorrow Friday.

I'll (get back to you) tomorrow Friday.

I'll get (back to) you tomorrow Friday.

Which sentence is correctly punctuated?

Which country do you want to visit? (Write it on the blank line.)

(Which country do you want to visit?) Write it on the blank line.

Which country do you want to visit? (Write it on the blank line).

Which country do you want to (visit)? Write it on the blank line.

Which sentence is correctly punctuated?

You put fifty-four (54) books on that shelf.

You (put) fifty-four 54 books on that shelf.

You put fifty-four 54 books (on that shelf).

You put fifty-four 54 books on that shelf.

Which sentence is correctly punctuated?

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is going to bring a suit.

The (American Civil Liberties Union) ACLU is going to bring a suit.

The American Civil Liberties Union ACLU is going to bring a suit.

The American Civil Liberties Union ACLU (is going to bring a suit).

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

If you want to be healthy, you must (1) eat good food, (2) get sufficient exercise, and (3) get adequate sleep.

If you want to be healthy, you must 1 eat good food, 2 get sufficient exercise, and 3 get adequate sleep.

If you (want to be healthy), you must 1 eat good food, 2 get sufficient exercise, and 3 get adequate sleep.

If you want to be healthy, you must (1) eat good food, (2) get sufficient exercise, and 3 get adequate sleep.

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

After school - which begins at 15:15 - children often go home.

After school which - begins at 15:15 - children often go home.

After - school which begins at 15:15 - children often go home.

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

The tortoise (which is a reptile) is covered in a hard shell.

The tortoise which is a reptile (is covered in a hard shell.)

The tortoise (which is a reptile is covered in a hard shell.)

Which sentence uses brackets most accurately?

Terry (who is a tortoise) lives in a cage.

Terry who is a tortoise (lives in a cage).

Terry lives in a cage (who is a tortoise).

Dashes and Parentheses

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sentence uses dashes correctly?

If I knew everything--which I don't--then my grade would be so much higher.

If I knew everything--which I don't then--my grade would be so much higher.

If I knew everything which I don't--then my grade would be so much higher.

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CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.8.2A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sentence uses dashes correctly?

My little brother-- who annoys everyone will not be there-- tonight.

My little brother--who annoys everyone--will not be there tonight.

My little--brother who annoys--everyone will not be there tonight.

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CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.8.2A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a reason to use dashes?

to confuse the reader

to show an abrupt interruption

to show the character's thoughts

to create suspense

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CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.8.2A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following uses parentheses correctly?

My worst (subject Math) is getting easier.

My worst subject (Math) is getting easier.

My worst subject Math (is getting easier).

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CCSS.L.6.2A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following uses parentheses correctly?

All of my life (all 12 years) has been in Georgia.

All of my life (all 12 years has) been in Georgia.

All (of my life) all 12 years has been in Georgia.

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CCSS.L.6.2A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sentence uses the dash correctly?

My sister is coming to visit soon--not soon enough!

My sister-- is coming to visit soon not soon enough!

My sister is coming to visit-- soon not soon enough!

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CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.8.2A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The United Nations, which meets in New York City, is now in session.
Which alternative WOULD NOT be acceptable?

The United Nations (which meets in New York City) is now in session.

The United Nations--which meets in New York City--is now in session.

Meeting in New York City, the United Nations is now in session.

Now in session, The United Nations--is meeting, in New York City.

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CCSS.L.6.2A

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Dashes and Parentheses

Which sentence uses dashes correctly?

Which sentence uses dashes correctly?

Which of the following is NOT a reason to use dashes?

Which of the following uses parentheses correctly?

Which of the following uses parentheses correctly?

Which sentence uses the dash correctly?

The United Nations, which meets in New York City, is now in session.Which alternative WOULD NOT be acceptable?

Which sentence uses parenthesis correctly?

Which sentence uses parenthesis correctly?

Which sentence uses the parenthesis correctly?

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