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Learning Objectives<\/h3>\r\n
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  1. Identify the uses of dashes.<\/li>\r\n \t
  2. Correctly use dashes in sentences.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

    A dash (\u2014)<\/a><\/span> is a punctuation mark used to set off information in a sentence for emphasis. You can enclose text between two dashes, or use just one dash. To create a dash in Microsoft Word, type two hyphens together. Do not put a space between dashes and text.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

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    Arrive to the interview early\u2014<\/strong>but not too early.<\/p>\r\n

    Any of the suits\u2014<\/strong>except for the purple one\u2014<\/strong>should be fine to wear.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n

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    Exercise 1<\/h3>\r\n

    On your own sheet of paper, clarify the following sentences by adding dashes. If the sentence is clear as it is, write OK<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

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    1. Which hairstyle do you prefer short or long?<\/li>\r\n \t
    2. I don\u2019t know I hadn\u2019t even thought about that.<\/li>\r\n \t
    3. Guess what I got the job!<\/li>\r\n \t
    4. I will be happy to work over the weekend if I can have Monday off.<\/li>\r\n \t
    5. You have all the qualities that we are looking for in a candidate intelligence, dedication, and a strong work ethic.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<\/div>\r\n
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      Key Takeaways<\/h3>\r\n