Dashes and Parentheses
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6th - 12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
How do you use parentheses in a sentence?
To indicate a pause in speech.
To add extra information or comments that are related to the main sentence but not crucial to its meaning.
To separate items in a list.
To emphasize a particular word or phrase.
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CCSS.L.6.2A
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What is an example of using parentheses in a sentence?
The book (which I borrowed from the library) was fascinating.
I enjoy reading books (especially mysteries) during my free time.
She said she would come (if she finishes her work) later.
He likes to play soccer (but not basketball) on weekends.
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CCSS.L.6.2A
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What is a dash?
A punctuation mark (—) used to indicate a break in thought or to set off a phrase for emphasis.
A type of line used in graphs and charts.
A symbol used to represent a range of values.
A mark used to indicate a pause in speech.
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CCSS.L.6.2A
CCSS.L.8.2A
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What is the purpose of parentheses?
To enclose additional information or clarifying details that are not essential to the main point.
To indicate a mathematical operation or grouping of terms.
To separate items in a list or series.
To highlight important information that must be included in the main point.
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CCSS.L.6.2A
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What is the effect of using dashes in writing?
Dashes can create a more conversational tone and draw attention to specific parts of the text.
Dashes are used to separate items in a list.
Dashes indicate a pause in the sentence similar to a comma.
Dashes are primarily used for grammatical corrections.
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CCSS.L.6.2A
CCSS.L.8.2A
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
How do you punctuate a sentence with both dashes and parentheses?
Use dashes to replace parentheses entirely.
Ensure that the use of dashes and parentheses does not confuse the reader; use them to clarify rather than complicate.
Always use parentheses before dashes in a sentence.
Dashes should only be used at the end of a sentence.
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CCSS.L.6.2A
CCSS.L.8.2A
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What is the effect of using parentheses in writing?
Parentheses can provide additional context or information without interrupting the flow of the main sentence.
Parentheses are used to indicate a pause in the sentence.
Parentheses are primarily used for mathematical expressions.
Parentheses should always be avoided in formal writing.
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CCSS.L.6.2A
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