Use Elipses: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.8.2.B
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Read the excerpt below and determine how the ellipses are being used in the text.
He began to puff at his pipe, no doubt arranging his opinion in his mind. Tiresome old fool! When we knew him first he used to be rather interesting, talking of faints and worms; but I soon grew tired of him and his endless stories about the distillery. “I have my own theory about it,” he said. “I think it was one of those ... peculiar cases...But it’s hard to say....”
What is the function of the ellipsis examples in this excerpt?
The man is trying to arrange his thoughts and choose his words carefully.
The man is leaving out key details from his thoughts purposefully.
The man forgot what he was going to say.
The man needs to talk slowly for the person he is speaking with.
Explanation
The man is trying to arrange his thoughts and choose his words carefully.
He is trying to be precise with his words and make sure that the right words are chosen. He has his own theory about the “old fool” and wants to be sure that his meaning is clear.
The local farmer's market, where individuals sell their own goods and produce, is only open on Fridays and Saturdays.
Select the answer that appropriately uses ellipses to quote the statement above
"The local . . . is only open on Fridays and Saturdays."
"The local farmer's market . . . open on Fridays and Saturdays."
"The . . . where individuals sell their own goods and produce, is only open on Fridays and Saturdays."
"The local farmer's market . . . is only open on Fridays and Saturdays."
Explanation
An ellipsis ( . . . ) is a series of three periods with a space before and after each one. It can be used to show where words in a quotation have been omitted.
When using an ellipsis, make sure that the resulting text is grammatically correct and maintains the same meaning as the original.
"The local farmer's market . . . is only open on Fridays and Saturdays." is the correct answer because it is grammatically correct and maintains the same meaning as the original statement.
"The local . . . is only open on Fridays and Saturdays." is not correct because it does not maintain the same meaning as the original statement.
""The local farmer's market . . . open on Fridays and Saturdays."" is not correct because it is not grammatically correct.
""The . . . where individuals sell their own goods and produce, is only open on Fridays and Saturdays."" is not correct because it is not grammatically correct and does not maintain the same meaning as the original text.
Bronson attended but was expelled from Oberlin - for reasons he considers invalid - but got back on track and graduated from Ohio State.
Which of the following options properly uses ellipses to summarize the full meaning of the sentence above?
Bronson attended but was expelled from Oberlin...but got back on track and graduated from Ohio State.
Bronson...graduated from Ohio State.
Bronson...was expelled from Oberlin - for reasons he considers invalid.
Bronson attended but was expelled from Oberlin - for reasons he considers invalid…
Explanation
\]\[\The point of the sentence is that Bronson encountered academic hardship but still had a happy ending. Only the choice that mentions both expulsion and graduation captures the full meaning of the sentence.
Read the sentence(s) below for full context. Choose the answer that explains if the ellipses are used properly.
Full context: Bears have learned to live amongst humans, due to adaptations because of changes in their environment. They can be a danger to humans when they move into residential communities searching for food and shelter.
Ellipses: Bears have learned to live amongst humans...They can be a danger when they move into residential communities...
Is this an appropriate use of an ellipsis and why?
No, the meaning has changed and it is not complete.
Yes, it still has the same meaning as with the full text.
Yes, it is shorter which is always the goal of ellipses.
No, the ellipses were not used properly.
Explanation
No, the meaning has changed and it is not complete. This answer choice has left out why the bears are able to live amongst humans and when they pose a danger. Major pieces of the original text are left out and cause the sentences’ meaning to change.
Read the sentence(s) below for full context. Choose the answer that uses ellipses properly to indicate an omission.
Stuntmen and women are an important part of action movies and television shows. They put their lives at risk for the viewers’ entertainment. Their jobs are very dangerous and can lead to injuries or even fatalities.
Which of the following best summarizes the complete meaning of the sentences above?
Stuntmen and women are an important part of action movies and television shows. They put their lives at risk...Their jobs…can lead to injuries or even fatalities.
Stuntmen and women...put their lives at risk….Their jobs...can lead to...fatalities.
Stuntmen and women are an important part...shows. They put their lives at risk for the viewers’ entertainment. Their jobs are very dangerous and can lead to injuries or even fatalities.
Stuntmen and women are an important part...for the viewers’ entertainment. Their jobs ...can lead to injuries or even fatalities.
Explanation
Stuntmen and women are an important part of action movies and television shows. They put their lives at risk...Their jobs…can lead to injuries or even fatalities. The main point of the sentences is that stuntmen and women are important parts of movies and shows and that their jobs put their lives at risk for injuries or death. The correct answer choice makes this apparent and contains all the necessary info.
Two phytochemicals in ginger, gingerol and shogaol, are seen as helpful for reducing nausea and improving digestion.
Select the answer that appropriately uses ellipses to quote the statement above
"Two phytochemicals . . . are seen as helpful for reducing nausea and improving digestion."
"Two phytochemicals in ginger . . . are seen as helpful for reducing nausea and improving digestion."
"Two phytochemicals in ginger . . . are seen as helpful for reduce nausea and improving digestion."
The use of ellipses is not appropriate for this statement
Explanation
An ellipsis ( . . . ) is a series of three periods with a space before and after each one. It can be used to show where words in a quotation have been omitted.
When using an ellipsis, make sure that the resulting text is grammatically correct and maintains the same meaning as the original.
The correct answer is "Two phytochemicals in ginger . . . are seen as helpful for reducing nausea and improving digestion." because it is grammatically correct and maintains the same meaning as the original statement.
""Two phytochemicals . . . are seen as helpful for reducing nausea and improving digestion."" is not correct because it doesn't main the same meaning as the original statement.
"Two phytochemicals in ginger . . . are seen as helpful for reduce nausea and improving digestion." is not correct because it is not grammatically correct. There is an incorrect verb tense shift. "Reduce" is in the incorrect verb tense.
As an author, Lauren draws on her experience as an avid hiker, rock climber, kayaker, and backpacker as she paints vivid pictures of outdoor scenes for her readers.
Which of the following best encapsulates the complete meaning of the sentence above?
As an author, Lauren…paints vivid pictures of outdoor scenes for her readers.
As an author, Lauren draws...for her readers.
As an author, Lauren draws on her experience...for her readers.
As an author, Lauren draws on her experience as an avid hiker, rock climber, kayaker, and backpacker as she paints…
Explanation
The point of this sentence is to say that because of Lauren’s amazing outdoor adventures, she is able as an author to “paint vivid pictures” of outdoor scenes so that readers can use her words to visualize them almost as if they were there. The critical meaning of the sentence is that Lauren makes these outdoor scenes come alive for her readers, and only choice B captures that essence.
Read the sentence(s) below for full context. Choose the answer that uses ellipses properly to indicate an omission.
Susan applied to colleges across the country to study economics but decided to stay in-state and attend college locally.
Which of the following options properly uses ellipses to summarize the full meaning of the sentence above?
Susan applied to colleges across the country...but decided to stay in-state and attend college locally.
Susan applied to colleges...to study economics but decided to...attend college locally.
Susan applied to college across the country to study economics but decided to stay in-state….
Susan applied...but decided to stay in-state and attend college locally.
Explanation
Susan applied to colleges across the country...but decided to stay in-state and attend college locally. The point of this sentence is that Susan applied all over the country but decided to attend a local college instead. This option includes all the necessary information to understand the situation.
Jennifer applied to jobs all over the country but ultimately decided to accept a job offer from a company that is located in her hometown.
Select the answer that appropriately uses ellipses to quote the statement above
"Jennifer . . . decided to accept a job offer from a company that is located in her hometown."
"Jennifer . . . takes a job offer from a company that is located in her hometown."
"Jennifer . . . is located in her hometown."
"Jennifer applied to jobs all over the country . . . located in her hometown."
Explanation
An ellipsis ( . . . ) is a series of three periods with a space before and after each one. It can be used to show where words in a quotation have been omitted.
When using an ellipsis, make sure that the resulting text is grammatically correct and maintains the same meaning as the original.
The correct answer is "Jennifer . . . decided to accept a job offer from a company that is located in her hometown." because it is grammatically correct and maintains the same meaning as the original text.
"Jennifer . . . take a job offer from a company that is located in her hometown." is not grammatically correct because of a shift in verb tense. "Take" is in the present tense, but the original text is in past tense.
"Jennifer . . . is located in her hometown." does not maintain the same meaning as the original text.
""Jennifer applied to jobs all over the country . . . located in her hometown."" does not maintain the same meaning as the original text.
Read the sentence(s) below for full context. Choose the answer that uses ellipses properly to indicate an omission.
I was warned by Mrs. Jacobs, the 8th-grade Geography teacher, not to be late to class.
Which of the following best summarizes the complete meaning of the sentence above?
I was warned by Mrs. Jacobs...not to be late to class.
I was warned...not to be late to class.
I was warned by Mrs. Jacobs, the 8th-grade Geography teacher…to class.
I was...not to be late to class.
Explanation
I was warned by Mrs. Jacobs...not to be late to class. The main parts of the sentence are included in this answer choice. This choice tells readers who warned the students and about what. This summarizes the full meaning of the sentence. What Mrs. Jacobs teaches is extraneous information that is not needed for a full understanding.