What is the main difference between restrictive and nonrestrictive elements in a sentence?
Parenthetical Punctuation

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Restrictive elements are always set off by commas.
Nonrestrictive elements are essential to the sentence's meaning.
Restrictive elements are essential and not separated by punctuation.
Nonrestrictive elements change the sentence's meaning when removed.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the sentence 'Students who spell all words correctly will receive a special surprise,' what role does the clause 'who spell all words correctly' play?
It is an unnecessary detail.
It is a parenthetical element.
It is a restrictive element.
It is a nonrestrictive element.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which punctuation mark is used for the lowest degree of interruption in a sentence?
Hyphen
Parentheses
Comma
Em dash
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using parentheses in a sentence?
To separate items in a list
To connect two words
To add an aside or afterthought
To indicate a dramatic pause
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do em dashes differ from hyphens?
Em dashes are shorter and connect words.
Hyphens are longer and create dramatic pauses.
Hyphens are used for parenthetical elements.
Em dashes are longer and used for emphasis.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In dialogue, what is one use of em dashes?
To show hesitation
To connect compound adjectives
To list items
To add nonessential information
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which punctuation is best for creating a dramatic pause in a sentence?
Em dash
Hyphen
Parentheses
Comma
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