Question

Question
When should a writer use a dash?(1 point)
Responses

to set off an introductory word or phrase
to set off an introductory word or phrase

to indicate an abrupt shift in idea
to indicate an abrupt shift in idea

to separate clauses in a compound sentence
to separate clauses in a compound sentence

to separate items in a list

Answer 1

A writer should use a dash **to indicate an abrupt shift in idea**. Dashes are often used to create emphasis or to introduce an afterthought or an explanation that is somewhat separate from the main idea of the sentence.