Commas, Dashes, Ellipses

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What punctuation mark is used to set off additional information in a sentence?

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Dashes are used to set off additional information or an explanation in a sentence.

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What punctuation mark indicates a pause or interruption in a sentence?

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Ellipses indicate a pause or an incomplete thought in a sentence.

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What punctuation mark is used to separate items in a list?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list.

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How do you use dashes in a sentence?

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Dashes can be used to create emphasis or to set off a phrase that adds information.

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What is the function of ellipses in writing?

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

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When should you use commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate clauses, items in a list, and to set off introductory elements.

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What punctuation mark is often confused with a dash?

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A hyphen is often confused with a dash, but they serve different purposes.

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What is an example of using ellipses correctly?

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"I can't believe you... left without saying goodbye."

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate a break in thought?

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Dashes can indicate a break in thought or a shift in tone.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a quote that has an ellipsis?

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Use ellipses to indicate omitted words within a quote, e.g., "She said... it was fine."