Why would a writer use an ellipsis?

to indicate a thought trailing off or fading away

to indicate a pause, like when someone is thinking what to say

to cut out certain words from a quote to make it shorter and easier to understand

Which of the following is NOT what you would use an ellipsis for?

to show that time has passed or will pass before the next event (to be continued)

to show that a character's voice is trailing off

to eliminate extra words from a quote

Where would you put an ellipsis in this sentence?

at the end of the sentence I wonder where I left my Chromebook....

after the word where I wonder where...I left my Chromebook.

after the word I I wonder where I...left my Chromebook.

at the beginning of the sentence ...I wonder where I left my Chromebook.

Where would you put an ellipsis in this sentence?

after the word you I wanted to tell you...I think you're a great friend.

after the word wanted I wanted...to tell you I think you're a great friend.

at the end of the sentence I wanted to tell you I think you're a great friend....

at the beginning of the sentence ...I wanted to tell you I think you're a great friend.

Identify the purpose of the ellipsis in the following sentence: "I was just wondering if you could..."

B) To show an unfinished thought or hesitation.

A) To indicate a pause for dramatic effect.

D) To indicate a change in speaker.

Why is the ellipsis used in this sentence: "He said he would be here soon, but..."

C) To suggest doubt or uncertainty.

B) To indicate missing words from a quotation.

In which of the following sentences is the ellipsis used to indicate omitted text?

C) "The report stated, 'The results were conclusive...and further research is needed.'"

A) "I thought I saw him...but I wasn't sure."

B) "She was going to say something, but..."

D) "He paused and then continued..."

Ellipsis Practice

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English

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8th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

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CCSS

L.8.2A, L.8.2B

Standards-aligned

Sarah Williams

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

To omit or take text out of a quotation or text passage.

To show hesitation or an unfinished thought.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.2A

CCSS.L.8.2B

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Why is the ellipsis used in this sentence?

passage of time

an unfinished thought

missing words from a quotation

Tags

CCSS.L.8.2A

CCSS.L.8.2B

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Ellipsis Practice

15 questions

Identify what purpose the ellipsis in each sentence indicates.

“I was thinking . . .” Karen began to say.

Why is the ellipsis used in this sentence?

Why is the ellipsis used in this sentence?

Why is the ellipsis used in this sentence?

Why is the ellipsis used in this sentence?

Identify what purpose the ellipsis in each sentence indicates.

“I couldn’t help noticing . . .” Mark’s voice trailed off

Why is the ellipsis used in this sentence?

Identify what purpose the ellipsis in each sentence indicates.

Why would a writer use an ellipsis?

A writer uses an ellipsis to indicate a thought trailing off, to show a pause in speech, or to omit words in a quote. Therefore, the correct answer is ALL OF THE ABOVE.

Which of the following is NOT what you would use an ellipsis for?

An ellipsis is not used to list items; it serves to indicate omitted text, a trailing voice, or a pause in time. Therefore, 'to list items' is the correct choice as it does not align with the functions of an ellipsis.

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Identify what purpose the ellipsis in each sentence indicates.“I was thinking . . .” Karen began to say.

Why is the ellipsis used in this sentence?

Why is the ellipsis used in this sentence?

Why is the ellipsis used in this sentence?

Why is the ellipsis used in this sentence?

Identify what purpose the ellipsis in each sentence indicates.“I couldn’t help noticing . . .” Mark’s voice trailed off

Why is the ellipsis used in this sentence?

Identify what purpose the ellipsis in each sentence indicates.

Why would a writer use an ellipsis?

A writer uses an ellipsis to indicate a thought trailing off, to show a pause in speech, or to omit words in a quote. Therefore, the correct answer is ALL OF THE ABOVE.

Which of the following is NOT what you would use an ellipsis for?

An ellipsis is not used to list items; it serves to indicate omitted text, a trailing voice, or a pause in time. Therefore, 'to list items' is the correct choice as it does not align with the functions of an ellipsis.

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Identify what purpose the ellipsis in each sentence indicates.

“I was thinking . . .” Karen began to say.

Identify what purpose the ellipsis in each sentence indicates.

“I couldn’t help noticing . . .” Mark’s voice trailed off