What is the primary function of an ellipsis in a quotation?
Using Ellipses to Omit Words in Quotations

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To omit unnecessary words while keeping the original meaning
To indicate a pause in speech
To highlight important text
To add emphasis to a word
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When using an ellipsis, what must be ensured about the sentence?
It should change the original meaning
It should be longer than the original
It should maintain the author's core meaning
It should include more examples
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the example about sleep schedules, what was omitted using an ellipsis?
The reason for sleep deprivation
The author's name
The specific sleep times
The entire quotation
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should you check after revising a quotation with an ellipsis?
If the sentence is completely different
If the sentence still flows and maintains the original meaning
If the sentence is longer
If the sentence includes more details
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common mistake to avoid when using ellipses in quotations?
Adding more words to the quotation
Using ellipses at the beginning of a sentence
Using ellipses without spaces
Changing the author's original meaning
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the practice exercise in the lesson?
To identify and omit unnecessary words using ellipses
To memorize the entire quotation
To change the author's meaning
To rewrite the entire paragraph
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should be the focus when revising quotations in your writing?
Adding personal opinions
Including as many words as possible
Ensuring the revised quotation is concise and relevant
Changing the author's original message
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