Dashes Quiz

What is the purpose of using dashes in writing?

• To separate paragraphs or sections of a text.

• To indicate the end of a sentence.

• To add emphasis to certain words or phrases.

• To indicate pauses, set off phrases, or create ranges or lists.

Which of the following is an example of an em dash?

• —

• -

• _

• |

How is an en dash different from an em dash?

• An en dash and an em dash are the same thing and can be used interchangeably.

• An en dash is longer than an em dash and is typically used to indicate a range or connection between two things, such as dates or numbers. An em dash is shorter and is used to indicate a break or interruption in a sentence.

• An en dash is used to indicate a break or interruption in a sentence, while an em dash is used to indicate a range or connection between two things, such as dates or numbers.

• An en dash is shorter than an em dash and is typically used to indicate a range or connection between two things, such as dates or numbers. An em dash is longer and is used to indicate a break or interruption in a sentence.

In punctuation, what does a dash indicate?

• A dash indicates the end of a sentence.

• A dash indicates a pause in a sentence.

• A dash indicates a quotation or dialogue.

• A dash indicates a break or interruption in a sentence.

Which of the following is the correct usage of a dash in a sentence?

• A dash is used to indicate emphasis in a sentence.

• A dash is used to connect two independent clauses.

• A dash can be used to indicate a sudden break or change in thought within a sentence.

• A dash is used to separate items in a list.

What is the function of a dash in a sentence?

• To indicate a question.

• To connect two independent clauses.

• To separate items in a list.

• To indicate a break or interruption in thought or to set off additional information.

When should you use a dash instead of other punctuation marks?

• When expressing a range or span of numbers or dates.

• When indicating a sudden change in thought or setting off a parenthetical statement.

• When separating items in a list or series.

• When indicating a question or uncertainty.

What is the difference between a dash and a hyphen?

• A dash is used to join words or parts of words together, while a hyphen is used to separate words or phrases in a sentence.

• A dash is shorter than a hyphen and is used to join words or parts of words together, while a hyphen is longer and is used to separate words or phrases in a sentence.

• A dash is used to indicate a pause or break in a sentence, while a hyphen is used to join words or parts of words together.

• A dash is longer than a hyphen and is used to separate words or phrases in a sentence, while a hyphen is shorter and is used to join words or parts of words together.

Which of the following sentences uses a dash correctly?

• I love eating pizza; it's my favorite food.

• I love eating pizza - it's my favorite food.

• I love eating pizza, it's my favorite food.

• I love eating pizza: it's my favorite food.

What is the purpose of using an em dash in a sentence?

• To indicate a sudden break or interruption in thought or to emphasize a particular phrase or clause.

• To show a change in speaker or dialogue.

• To mark the end of a sentence or paragraph.

• To indicate a continuation of thought or to connect two related ideas.