Hyphens

For each of the following sentences, identify the phrase that requires a hyphen. (If no hyphen is required, select “correct sentence.”)

For help with this exercise, see section 28d of Focus on Reading and Writing.

  1. Question

    The program coordinator asked all the trainees to sit down and prepare to work.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

  2. Question

    Elise is a part time nanny for a family up the street.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

  3. Question

    Have you begun volunteering for any of the community based programs in town?

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

  4. Question

    I minored in African American history in college.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.

  5. Question

    José and Alison have formed a business partnership; they will split all profits in half.

    A.
    B.
    C.
    D.