Ch. 42 Self-Study Exercise 34-1: Using Dashes (Lettered Questions)

EXERCISE 34-1 Using Dashes

Add, remove, or replace dashes wherever appropriate in the following sentences. Some sentences may be correct. Possible Example:

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  1. Question

    I enjoy going hiking with my friend John—whom I’ve known for fifteen years.

  2. Question

    Pedro’s new boat is spectacular: a regular seagoing Ferrari.

  3. Question

    The Thompsons devote their weekends to their favorite pastime, eating bags of potato chips and cookies beside the warm glow of the television.