What is the primary function of a hyphen?
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To end a paragraph
To indicate a question
To join words or parts of words
To separate two sentences
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When should a hyphen be used in compound words?
Only when the compound word is at the end of a sentence
Never, compound words should not have hyphens
Always, regardless of context
When the compound word is used as an adjective before a noun
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a correct use of a hyphen?
High school student
Well-known author
Mother in law
Twenty one
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common mistake when using hyphens?
Using them in place of commas
Using them to start a new paragraph
Using them to join unrelated sentences
Using them in compound adjectives after a noun
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an exception to typical hyphen usage?
Well-known
High school
Re-enter
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