2.1.8

Brackets

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Using Brackets for Parenthesis

We use parenthesis to add extra information to a sentence. Let's look at how we can use brackets for parenthesis...

Illustrative background for Wolf in the woodsIllustrative background for Wolf in the woods ?? "content

Wolf in the woods

  • The wolf (which lived in the woods) liked the howl.
Illustrative background for JimmyIllustrative background for Jimmy ?? "content

Jimmy

  • The man (whose name was Jimmy) was wearing a stripey t-shirt.
Illustrative background for Angry manIllustrative background for Angry man ?? "content

Angry man

  • The man (who could not fix his computer) was angry.
Illustrative background for Delicious mealIllustrative background for Delicious meal ?? "content

Delicious meal

  • The meal (which was delicious) was eaten quickly.
Illustrative background for Scared girlIllustrative background for Scared girl ?? "content

Scared girl

  • The girl (who was afraid of heights) did not want to go in the air balloon.

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