Question

In a fictional text, an ellipsis is most likely used for which purpose? (1 point)
Responses

to indicate an omission
to indicate an omission

to show that a new scene is beginning
to show that a new scene is beginning

to indicate a long pause
to indicate a long pause

to show that a character is confused

Answer 1

to indicate a long pause — ellipses in fiction usually show hesitation, a trailing off of speech, or a pause in dialogue.