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Varied Punctuation Quiz

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12th Grade

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Varied Punctuation Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When should a comma be used in a complex sentence?

To separate subjects and verbs in a sentence

To indicate a pause in the sentence

To separate independent clauses when they are joined by a coordinating conjunction

To separate a dependent clause from an independent clause

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of using a comma in a complex sentence?

To separate independent clauses or items in a list

To connect two independent clauses without a conjunction

To indicate a pause in the sentence

To add emphasis to a word or phrase

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is a semicolon used in a list?

To indicate the end of the list

To separate items in a list when the items themselves contain semicolons

To separate items in a list when the items themselves contain periods

To separate items in a list when the items themselves contain commas

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what situations should a semicolon be used in a list?

When the items in the list are in alphabetical order

When the items in the list contain commas

When the items in the list are separated by hyphens

When the items in the list are all single words

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the function of parentheses and brackets in writing?

To add emphasis to specific words

To group and organize information, clarify the order of operations, and indicate citations or references.

To separate items in a list

To indicate the end of a sentence

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Provide an example of when parentheses or brackets are used in writing.

When writing a grocery list

In a sentence like this (with parentheses) or [with brackets].

When writing a book title

In a math problem

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When should ellipses be used for omitting text?

To indicate a pause, trailing off, or omitting unnecessary words in a quotation.

To separate items in a list

To indicate excitement or emphasis

To end a sentence abruptly

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