Em Dash

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What is the definition of an em dash?

• A punctuation mark used to indicate a break in a sentence or set off parenthetical statements.

• A term for a specific type of font style

• A symbol used to indicate a question in writing

• A type of musical note

When should you use an em dash in a sentence?

• When you want to emphasize a word or phrase

• When you want to indicate a question in the sentence

• When you want to indicate a sudden break or change in thought, set off a parenthetical phrase for emphasis, or introduce a list or explanation.

• When you want to separate two independent clauses

What is the purpose of using an em dash in writing?

• To indicate the end of a sentence

• To highlight the main idea of a paragraph

• To show a transition between paragraphs

• To indicate a sudden break in thought or sentence structure, set off parenthetical statements, or emphasize information.

What are the rules for spacing around an em dash?

• One space before and after the em dash.

• Two spaces before the em dash.

• No spaces after the em dash.

• No spaces before or after the em dash.

Which of the following sentences use the em dash correctly? She was excited - or so it seemed. She was excited—or so it seemed. She was excited — or so it seemed.

• She was excited - so it seemed.

• She was excited— or so it seemed.

• She was excited — or so it seemed.

• She was excited —or so it seemed.

In which of the following sentences is the em dash used correctly? I love cooking — it's my passion. I love cooking - it's my passion. I love cooking -- it's my passion.

• I love cooking - it's my passion.

• I love cooking — it's my passion.

• I love cooking — it's my passion.

• I love cooking --- it's my passion.

Can an em dash be used to indicate a sudden change in thought or tone within a sentence?

• Sometimes

• Only on weekends

• No

• Yes

How can an em dash enhance the readability and flow of a sentence?

• By causing confusion with other punctuation marks.

• By providing a strong break or interruption for dramatic pause or emphasis.

• By adding unnecessary complexity to the sentence structure.

• By making the sentence harder to understand.

Which of the following is NOT a common use of an em dash in writing?

• To replace missing letters in a word

• To introduce a list within a sentence

• To set off a parenthetical phrase for emphasis

• To indicate a sudden break in thought