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Which of the following correctly describes the function of ellipses in writing?

They are used to connect two related ideas.
They emphasize a point by repeating the previous statement.
They indicate a pause or interruption in thought. (correct)
They provide a full stop in sentence structure.

What is the correct transformation from passive to active voice for the sentence: 'The book was read by Jane'?

Jane was reading the book.
Reading the book was Jane.
The book read Jane.
Jane read the book. (correct)

In which scenario is the use of a dash appropriate?

To introduce a quotation.
To indicate a sudden change in thought. (correct)
To separate items in a list.
To separate clauses in a compound sentence.

When editing a sentence, which of the following is an incorrect use of a comma?

<p>I went to the store, and bought milk. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the sentence with correct comma usage.

<p>Despite the rain, we went hiking after the storm. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Active Voice

A sentence where the subject performs the action. For instance, "The dog chased the ball" has the subject "dog" performing the action "chased".

Passive Voice

A sentence where the subject receives the action. For example, "The ball was chased by the dog" has the subject "ball" receiving the action "chased".

Comma

A punctuation mark used to separate items in a list, after introductory phrases, before and after non-essential clauses, and to create clarity in sentences.

Dash

A punctuation mark used to indicate a sudden break or change in thought, or to emphasize a particular part within a sentence.

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Ellipsis

A punctuation mark used to indicate the omission of words or phrases from a text, often creating a sense of understatement or leaving something unsaid.

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