Ellipses Practice

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What does an ellipsis indicate in a quotation?

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An ellipsis indicates omitted text from a quotation.

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How can an ellipsis be used to shorten a quote?

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An ellipsis can be used to shorten a quote by omitting words or phrases while maintaining the original meaning.

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What is the primary function of an ellipsis?

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The primary function of an ellipsis is to shorten a quoted passage by omitting words or phrases.

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What does it mean when an ellipsis is used in writing?

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It can indicate a pause, hesitation, or an incomplete thought.

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How do you correctly use an ellipsis in a sentence?

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An ellipsis is used by placing three dots (or periods) where text has been omitted.

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What is an example of using an ellipsis in a quote?

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"The results were surprising... and led to further research."

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What punctuation mark is often confused with an ellipsis?

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A dash is often confused with an ellipsis.

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What is the correct way to write an ellipsis?

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An ellipsis is written as three consecutive dots with a space before and after.

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Can an ellipsis be used at the beginning of a sentence?

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Yes, an ellipsis can be used at the beginning of a sentence to indicate that the sentence continues from a previous thought.

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What is the difference between an ellipsis and a period?

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An ellipsis indicates omitted text or a pause, while a period indicates the end of a sentence.