Commas, Parentheses, and Dashes
6th GradeELA45 min
aligned to L.6.2
Learning Objective
I can correctly use commas, parentheses, and dashes in my writing.
Lesson Flow
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Dashes can mark interruptions in the structure of a sentence and feel more "interrupty" than commas.
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Dashes can act like parentheses in pairs, setting off information that could be removed without changing the sentence's meaning.
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A dash can be used like a colon to introduce an idea, and can also indicate interruptions in speech.
Practice
9 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Rewrite the following sentence, using dashes in place of the commas: My dog, a golden retriever, loves to play fetch, but only if I throw the ball far enough.”
Teacher Guide
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