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The art of naming the word classes in a sentence is called (a)
What is the word ?
Noun
Adverb
Verb
Adjective
A phrase can end with a :
Exclamation mark !
Full stop .
Question mark ?
Comma ,
Is this a compound sentence or a simple sentence?
The day was bright.
A compound sentence
A simple sentence
All types of sentences use commas to add :
An interjection
A name
Interjection, Name, Phrase or a List.
Words to a list, Phrase or noun.
A phrase
Parse the blue-coloured words:
The sunflower blossomed as soon as it saw the radiant sun.
Noun
Adverb
Verb
Conjunction
Adjective
What is the short form for the order of Adjectives?
WHAAACOMT
WHABAPAG COMT
DOSASCOMP
WHAAACOMP
will I be rescued from the sages curse the gate keeper wondered
Will I be rescued from the sages' curse the gate keeper wondered!
will I be rescued from the sages curse? the gate keeper wondered
Will I be rescued from the sages’ curse? the gate-keeper wondered.
Will I be rescued from the sages’ curse: the gate-keeper wondered.
What is this - ...
(a)
Turn this sentence into the sentence type 2 Pairs.
Damodar cried.
Punctuate and set out this conversation between Lalitanath and Jagannath at Lalitanath’s new restaurant. You can rearrange some words if needed. Pass me two pizzas Jagannath called or I’ll faint from hunger. Coming up Jagi Lalitanath grinned. One for my friend, too Jagannath
added and a cold drink with but Lalitanath had already disappeared into the kitchen. Should I follow him Jagannath silently wondered.
"Pass me two pizzas", Jagannath called, "Or I’ll faint from hunger". "Coming up Jagi", Lalitanath grinned. "One for my friend," too Jagannath added "and a cold drink with..." but Lalitanath had already disappeared into the kitchen. "Should I follow him?" Jagannath silently wondered.
"pass me two pizzas". Jagannath called. "Or I’ll faint from hunger". "Coming up Jagi", Lalitanath grinned. "One for my friend," too Jagannath added "and a cold drink with!" but Lalitanath had already disappeared into the kitchen. "Should I follow him?" Jagannath silently wondered.
Select the leaves of parallel structure:
My ambition is to be a doctor and to specialize in surgery.
My ambition
To be a doctor
My ambition, and
None of these
What is the blue-coloured word?
The birds were flying in the sky.
Noun
Adjective
Verb
Adverb
Tell the sentence type: Of the Vedas, I am the Sāma Veda; of the demigods, I am Indra; of the senses, I am the mind; and in the living beings, I am the living force.
2 pairs
Parallel structure
Participle verb - subject
Noun
A: ______________________?
B: He is tall and plump with dark hair.
What is Fred like?
What does Fred look like?
What kind of person is Fred like?
What does Fred look for?
A: _________________________
B: She is polite and calm.
What does Betty look like?
What does Betty want?
What is Betty like?
What is Betty looking for?
She isn't ___________. She can't wait for hours.
funny
brave
hardworking
patient
Jack is _______________. He works long hours.
brave
hardworking
patient
honest
She often refuses to change her decisions and plans. She is _______________.
stubborn
responsible
outgoing
selfish
Ece likes meeting new people. She is very ________________.
generous
forgetful
outgoing
thoughtful
Which one is correct?
He is tallest than me.
He is taller than me.
He is tall than me.
He is more tall than me.
Which one is wrong?
honest - dishonest
polite - rude
selfish - thoughtful
weak - noisy
Which one is not a sports equipment?
bat & ball
gloves
knife
shuttlecock
What is this called?
shuttlecock
goggles
racket
weights
The match is in our stadium but we are losing the match two to one.
1 - 2
2 - 1
"to finish a game with equal scores"
What does it mean?
to lose
to train
draw
spectator
The female hiker had an ankle __________ in the forest.
trains
success
racket
injury
Lan used to …………….……. morning exercise when she got up early.
did
does
doing
do
. …………….……. being frightened by the images, Lan still liked the film so much.
In spite
Despite
Although
Nevertheless
Jane is …………….……. in reading books. The book she is reading is so …………….……. .
interested/ interesting
interesting/ interested
interested/ interests
interesting/ interests
…………….……. is Diwali celebrated? – In India.
When
What
Where
How
How about going cycling round the lake on Sunday?
Sorry, I don’t want it.
Great idea.
I like it very much.
Why not?
There used to …………….……. less traffic in the town.
have
has
had
having
You must keep to the …………….……. when you are in the UK.
left
right
ahead
middle
The play was so boring. …………….……., Hoa saw it from beginning to end.
Because
Despite
However
Although
A: “Do you like seeing a film?” B: “…………….…….”
No, I don’t like it at all.
Sure. What film shall we see?
Who is in it?
I’m sorry, I can’t.
. …………….……. is the festival of the Sun held? – On June 24th.
What C. Where D. When
Why
Where
When
. Does your bike ever …………….……. down on the way to school?
break
take
do
turn
I …………….……. go on foot when I was in primary school.
have to
used to
can
may
Give a …………….……. before you turn left or right.
sign
turn
sound
signal
A lot of dancers go to Rio de Janeiro to …………….……. the Rio Carnival.
join
perform
attend
appear
Everybody attends the festival …………….……. fun.
with
for
in
of
The end of the film was so …………….……..
moved
moving
move
moveable
. …………….……. the film was gripping, Tom slept from beginning to end.
However
Although
In spite of
Despite
Although they spent a lot of money on the film, it wasn't a big …………….……..
Although they spent a lot of money on the film, it wasn't a big …………….……..
success
failure
performance
show
1. Rahul asked me, ‘Did you see the cricket match on TV last night?’
Rahul asked me if I had seen the cricket match on TV the previous night.
Rahul asked me if I saw the cricket match on TV the previous night.
Rahul asked me did I see the cricket match on TV last night.
Rahul asked me whether I had seen the cricket match on TV last night.
If clause
Complete the following sentences using an appropriate verb form. Choose your answers from the given options.
If you ……………… into Peter, tell him that he owes me a letter.
ran
run
had run
Give the correct gerund form of these verbs (do not use 'to' and do not capitalize the verbs)
She likes (paint)
(a)
If clause
Complete the following sentences using an appropriate verb form. Choose your answers from the given options.
Will it be all right if I ………… a friend tonight?
bring
brought
had brought
If clause
Complete the following sentences using an appropriate verb form. Choose your answers from the given options.
I will come if I ………………. time.
will have
had
have
He said to her, ‘What a hot day!’
He exclaimed sorrowfully that it was hot day.
He told her that it was a hot day.
He said that it was a hot day.
He exclaimed that it was a hot day.
Complete the sentences in reported speech.
Mary said, ‘I'm feeling ill.’
(a)
Give the correct gerund form of these verbs (do not use 'to' and do not capitalize the verbs)
I can't help (laugh) when I watch Mr Bean
(a)
Complete the sentences in reported speech.
Mr. Miller said, ‘I can't come to the meeting on Saturday.’
(a)
If clause
Complete the following sentences using an appropriate verb form. Choose your answers from the given options.
If you ………………… to learn a musical instrument, you have to practice.
wanted
wants
want
TikTok became famous ........ someone created the gummy bear video.
until
after
unless
where
......... my camera wasn't working, I still participated in the synchronous call.
As soon as
In case
Although
Because
I shouldn't contact Mom while she's at work....... it's an emergency.
unless
in case
since
as soon as
........ I'm finished working, I usually attach my assignment to Google Classroom.
As soon as
Before
Unless
Even though
The project was ...... difficult ..... my sister had to help me.
such a ..... that
so..... that
This trimester feels ............... than the last one.
so many longer
so much more long
so much longer
so much longest
My hair is ........... than yours.
a little bit more short
a little bit short
a little bit shorter
Jose Daniel is getting .............. in English!
good and better
better and better
better and best
The latest iPhone is ............ than the older version.
so much most expensive
so much expensiver
so much more expensive
so much expensive
TikTok became famous ........ someone created the gummy bear video.
until
after
unless
where
......... my camera wasn't working, I still participated in the synchronous call.
As soon as
In case
Although
Because
........ I'm finished working, I usually attach my assignment to Google Classroom.
As soon as
Before
Unless
Even though
The project was ...... difficult ..... my sister had to help me.
such a ..... that
so..... that
This trimester feels ............... than the last one.
so many longer
so much more long
so much longer
so much longest
Jose Daniel is getting .............. in English!
good and better
better and better
better and best
The latest iPhone is ............ than the older version.
so much most expensive
so much expensiver
so much more expensive
so much expensive
1. The ninjas in the back of the lobby drew their swords to attack behind the desk. (Write the Complete Subject below).
2. The ninjas in the back of the lobby drew their swords to attack behind the desk. (Identify and label the verbs below).
5. Tom adores biking throughout the winter. (identify what type of verb and label the preposition)
4.Before the class, Malia felt extremely anxious about the test. (Identify the preposition and the adverb below).
6. An adjective modifies a(n) _________________ or ___________________.
7. An adverb modifies a _________________, _____________________, or _______________.
8. Sandy was tired when she randomly dropped her lunch. (identify linking verb and adverb)
9. Martin owns an interesting pen; he bought it carefully himself. (Identify, subject, adjective and adverb)
10. Claudia often runs around the crowded store, and she stumbles occasionally. (Identify any adjectives and adverbs)
Write a sentence with… 1 subject + 1 action verb + 1 adjective + prepositional phrase
12. Write a sentence with… 1 subject + 1 helping verb + 1 adjective + prepositional phrase.
13. Write a sentence using the following preposition as a prepositional phrase. "Under"
14. Write a sentence using the following preposition as a prepositional phrase. "Between"
Adverbs usually end in ________.
16. What is the difference between a simple subject and a complete subject?
17. What is the difference between a linking verb and an action verb?
18. Write a sentence using an adjective.
19. Provide an example of a "complete subject"
20. What is the difference between a helping verb and a linking verb?
Choose the correct questions for the answers. Use the underlined words as clues.
They studied French at school.
What did they studied at school?
What did they study at school?
What do they studied at school?
He played for Barcelona last season.
Where did he play last season?
When did he played for Barcelona?
When did he play for Barcelona?
I waited for 2 hours for you.
When did you wait for me?
How long did you wait for me?
What time did you wait for me?
Mary danced with Pete at the party.
With who did Mary dance at the party?
Who did Mary dance with at the party ?
Did Mary dance with Pete at the party?
I worked in high school.
When did you worked?
Where did you worked?
Where did you work?
I phoned John last night.
Who did you phone last night?
Who did you phoned last night?
Did you phone John last night?
People loved their single.
Who did people loved?
Who did people love?
What did people love?
My mom tidied our house two days ago.
What did your mom tidy?
When did my mom tidy our house?
When did your mom tidy your house?
He practiced a lot because he wanted an A.
Why did he practice a lot?
Why did he practiced a lot?
What did he want?
I completed 15 pages of the book.
What did you complete?
How many pages of the book did you complete?
How many did pages you complete?
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
The crying baby had a wet diaper.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
A verbal consisting of the word "to" plus a verb and functions as a noun, adjective, or adverb
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
Shaken, he walked away from the car accident.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
My cat's favorite activity is sleeping.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
Children interested in music early develop strong intellectual skills.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
Everyone wanted to go.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
A verbal ending in -ing that is used as a noun
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
Delores noticed her cousin walking along the shoreline.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
Having been a gymnast, Lynn knew the importance of exercise.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
To wait seemed foolish when decisive action was required.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
Removing his coat, Jack rushed to the river.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
They asked me to bring food.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
Finding a needle in a haystack would be easier than what we're trying to do.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
He lacked the strength to resist.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
What is the function of the underlined gerund?
She expanded her vocabulary by reading.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Object of a Preposition
The girl drawing on the board is my sister.
The participial phrase in the sentence above is...
(a)
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
The police arrested him for speeding.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
What is the function of the underlined gerund?
My grandmother's favorite hobby is dancing.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Object of a Preposition
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
The church, destroyed by the fire, was never rebuilt.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
What is the function of the underlined gerund?
Praising others is a good habit.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Object of a Preposition
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
Everyone wanted to be the captain of the team.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
Traveling might satisfy your desire for new experiences.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
What is the function of the underlined gerund?
Cam and Amanda use surfboards for riding the waves.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Object of a Preposition
What is the function of the underlined infinitive?
We went to see the play.
Noun
Adjective
Adverb
A verbal ending in -ing (present) or -ed, -en, -d, -t, -n, or -ne (past) that functions as an adjective
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
You might get in trouble for faking an illness to avoid school.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
What is the function of the underlined infinitive?
She decided to find the winner herself.
Noun
Adjective
Adverb
The frightened bird flew away from the black cat.
The participial phrase in the sentence above is...
(a)
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
We must study to learn.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
What is the function of the underlined infinitive?
Her duty is to obey her parents.
Noun
Adjective
Adverb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
They do not appreciate my singing.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
We want to explore the beach.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
What is the function of the underlined gerund?
Laughing is good for your health.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Object of a Preposition
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
His ambition is to fly.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
Carrying a heavy pile of books, he caught his foot on a step.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
What is the function of the underlined gerund?
She enjoys working at Chick-fil-a.
Subject
Direct Object
Predicate Nominative (Subject Complement)
Object of a Preposition
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
He used his room for storing books.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
Singing quietly, she entered the room.
The participial phrase in the sentence above is...
(a)
What is the function of the underlined infinitive?
To search for buried treasure is what Indiana Jones lives for.
Noun
Adjective
Adverb
Ted received a sundae dripping with hot fudge.
The participial phrase in the sentence above is...
(a)
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
The oldest car in the parking lot is mine.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
What is the function of the underlined infinitive?
There were several good apples to eat.
Noun
Adjective
Adverb
The package delivered by the mail carrier contained an important book.
The participial phrase in the sentence above is...
(a)
In the following sentence, in what way do the underlined word(s) function?
They enjoyed feeding the seals.
Gerund
Participle
Infinitive
Verb
What is the function of the underlined infinitive?
To sing in the choir is an exhilarating experience.
Noun
Adjective
Adverb
Is the following sentence written in active or passive voice?
A book club has been formed by the school librarian.
Active
Passive
Is the following sentence written in active or passive voice?
The illustrator used watercolors for the painting.
Active
Passive
Is the following sentence written in active or passive voice?
Someone broke the shop window last night.
Active
Passive
Is the following sentence written in active or passive voice?
The computer was fixed by Mrs. Hammond.
Active
Passive
Is the following sentence written in active or passive voice?
The balloons were delivered by Mrs. Files.
Active
Passive
Is the following sentence written in active or passive voice?
Mrs. Morris has planted those marigolds.
Active
Passive
Is the following sentence written in active or passive voice?
The streetlights made long, scary shadows on the sidewalk.
Active
Passive
Is the following sentence written in active or passive voice?
The cave was explored by the science class.
Active
Passive
Is the following sentence written in active or passive voice?
The Gettysburg Address was written by Abraham Lincoln.
Active
Passive
Is the following sentence written in active or passive voice?
The snow drifted over the fence and across the road.
Active
Passive
In which verb voice is the the following sentence written?
When should I replace the tires on my car?
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
In which verb voice is the the following sentence written?
If it were it snowing, we would stay inside.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
In which verb voice is the the following sentence written?
If no one feeds the dog, he will whine.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
In which verb voice is the the following sentence written?
Send the check, please.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
In which verb voice is the the following sentence written?
If we get a real Christmas tree, my brother's allergies might bother him.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
In which verb voice is the the following sentence written?
Wear comfortable shoes.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
In which verb voice is the the following sentence written?
My mother works for the bank.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
In which verb voice is the the following sentence written?
Nicole took a jog after lunch.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
In which verb voice is the the following sentence written?
Does your dog like to cuddle?
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
In which verb voice is the the following sentence written?
If I were you, I would make sure to turn in the project.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
In which verb voice is the the following sentence written?
If I find my charger cable, I will make sure my phone is fully charged.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
In which verb voice is the the following sentence written?
I suggest that the student work additional service hours.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
This type of verb mood states a fact or an opinion.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
This type of verb mood gives a command.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
This type of verb mood asks a question.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
This type of verb mood expresses a state that depends on something else to happen.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
This type of verb mood most often expresses a wish, doubt, imaginary situation, or anything else contrary to fact.
indicative
interrogative
imperative
conditional
subjunctive
Is this sentence punctuated correctly?
Please add eggs, milk, and bread to your grocery list.
Yes
No
Is this sentence punctuated correctly?
When green beans are served for lunch most of the kids don't eat them.
Yes
No
Is this sentence punctuated correctly?
Yes we will be able to attend the wedding.
Yes
No
Is this sentence punctuated correctly?
Learning to drive is challenging, right?
Yes
No
Which of the following is punctuated correctly?
Well give me a minute to discuss this with your father.
Well, give me a minute to discuss this with your father.
Well give me a minute, to discuss this with your father.
Which of the following is punctuated correctly?
Sawyer didn't come to practice again did he?
Sawyer, didn't come to practice again, did he?
Sawyer didn't come to practice again, did he?
Which of the following is punctuated correctly?
Although the sun is shining, today wouldn't be a pleasant day for a picnic.
The strong winds muddy ground, and cool temperatures make it less than ideal.
I know you're disappointed Rachel, but we'll go on a picnic another day.
After which word should there be a comma in the following sentence?
After they built a sand castle they had a picnic.
built
sand
castle
they
had
After which word should there be a comma in the following sentence?
She was tired yet she was determined to finish the race.
tired
yet
determined
She
finish
After which word should there be a comma in the following sentence?
If you are easily frightened don't see that movie.
you
easily
frightened
don't
see
Change the following sentence so that it is properly punctuated:
Do I really have to explain to you that, this isn't your fight?
NO CHANGE
Do I really have to explain, to you that, this isn't your fight?
Do I really have to explain to you that this isn't your fight?
Do I really have, to explain to you that this isn't your fight?
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
My brother a truck driver, spends a great deal of time on the road.
My brother, a truck driver spends a great deal of time on the road.
My brother, a truck driver, spends a great deal of time on the road.
My brother, a truck, driver spends a great deal of time on the road.
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
My mother's shoes which cost her less because of a sale looked superb with her evening gown.
The horses spent from an entire day running on the track slumped to their stables exhausted.
The waiters, dressed in their white jackets, are already arranging the chairs on the sidewalk.
My friends who often have shared interests with me still keep in touch with me via social media.
In which sentence is the ellipsis used CORRECTLY?
Researchers reported that they are "working . . . devices to assist . . . elderly."
Researchers reported that they are "working on new devices to assist the elderly . . ."
Researchers reported that they are "working . . . to assist the elderly . . ."
Researchers reported that they are "working on . . . devices to assist the elderly."
Which of the following options is the BEST way to use an ellipsis to omit information from this sentence:
The guests who visited the school on Thursday afternoon were impressed by the library.
The guests . . . were impressed by the library.
The guests who visited . . . afternoon were impressed by the library.
The guests who visited . . . by the library.
The guests . . . impressed by the library.
Which of the following options is the BEST way to use an ellipsis to omit information from this sentence:
The parade had clowns, floats and a brass band which wore blue uniforms.
The parade had clowns, floats and a brass band . . .
The parade had clowns, floats . . . wore blue uniforms.
The parade had clowns, floats, and a brass band . . . .
The parade had . . . blue uniforms.
Which of the following options is the BEST way to use an ellipsis to omit information from this sentence:
We were cautioned by the 8th grade Georgia History teacher Mrs. Coats not to run in the halls.
We were cautioned by the 8th grade . . . not to run in the halls.
. . . History teacher Mrs. Coats not to run in the halls.
We . . . cautioned . . . Mrs. Coats . . . to run in the halls.
We were cautioned by . . . Mrs. Coats not to run in the halls.
Which of the following options is the BEST way to use an ellipsis to omit information from this sentence:
The children played on all the playground equipment including the swings, the slide, the monkey bars, and the merry-go-round.
. . . including the swings, the slide, the monkey bars, and the merry-go-round.
The children played on all the playground equipment . . . .
The children played on the . . . equipment . . . merry-go-round.
The children played . . . the monkey bars . . .
Which is the best way to use a dash (or dashes) in the following sentence?
Once and once was enough I tried sky-diving.
Once—and once was enough I tried sky-diving.
Once—and once was—enough I tried sky-diving.
Once and once—was enough—I tried sky-diving.
Once—and once was enough—I tried sky-diving.
Which is the best way to use a dash (or dashes) in the following sentence?
My mom an avid birdwatcher often rises at 4:00 to spy on the birds from her front porch.
My mom an avid birdwatcher—often rises at 4:00 to spy on the birds from her front porch.
My mom an avid birdwatcher often rises at 4:00—to spy on the birds—from her front porch.
My mom—an avid birdwatcher—often rises at 4:00 to spy on the birds from her front porch.
My mom—an avid birdwatcher often rises at 4:00 to spy on the birds from her front porch.
Which is the best way to use a dash (or dashes) in the following sentence?
The table built by my great grandfather 100 years ago now sits in our living room.
The table built by my great grandfather—100 years ago now sits in our living room.
The table—built by my great grandfather 100 years ago—now sits in our living room.
The table built by my great grandfather 100 years ago now—sits in our living room.
The table built—by my great grandfather 100 years—ago now sits in our living room.
Which is the best way to use a dash (or dashes) in the following sentence?
The teacher was perturbed and rightly so when none of the students showed up for the test review.
The teacher was perturbed—and rightly so—when none of the students showed up for the test review.
The teacher was perturbed and rightly so—when none of the students showed up for the test review.
The teacher—was perturbed—and rightly so when none of the students showed up for the test review.
The teacher was perturbed and rightly so when—none of the students showed up—for the test review.
Which is the best way to use a dash (or dashes) in the following sentence?
The man was unhappy about the loss or maybe the theft of his wallet.
The man was unhappy about the loss or maybe the theft—of his wallet.
The man was—unhappy about the loss—or maybe the theft of his wallet.
The man was unhappy about the loss—or maybe the theft of his wallet.
The man was unhappy about the loss—or maybe the theft—of his wallet.
Which is the best way to use a dash (or dashes) in the following sentence?
No one and I mean no one should be allowed to smoke inside a restaurant.
No one—and I mean no one should be allowed to smoke—inside a restaurant.
No one and I mean no one should be allowed to smoke—inside a restaurant.
No one—and I mean no one—should be allowed to smoke inside a restaurant.
No one and I mean no one—should be allowed to smoke inside a restaurant.
Which sentence correctly uses a dash (or dashes) for punctuation?
There are several students—including myself who resent—your implications.
There are several students including myself—who resent—your implications.
There are—several students including myself—who resent your implications.
There are several students—including myself—who resent your implications.
Which sentence correctly uses a dash (or dashes) for punctuation?
I have twenty dollars in my Oh No! I think I left my wallet—at home!
I have twenty dollars in my Oh No! I think—I left my wallet at home!
I have twenty dollars in my Oh No!—I think I left my wallet at home!
I have twenty dollars in my—Oh No! I think I left my wallet at home!
Which sentence correctly uses a dash (or dashes) for punctuation?
Things have changed a lot—since last school year mainly for the better.
Things have changed a lot since last school year mainly—for the better.
Things have changed a lot since last school year—mainly for the better.
Things have changed—a lot since last school year mainly for the better.
Which sentence correctly uses a dash (or dashes) for punctuation?
I took—Jason my best friend—to the Halloween party.
I—took Jason my best friend—to the Halloween party.
I took Jason—my best friend—to the Halloween party.
I took—Jason—my best friend to the Halloween party.
