2.10.6

Using Brackets for Parenthesis

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Using Brackets for Parenthesis

We use parenthesis to add extra information to a sentence. 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 to howl.
Illustrative background for Delicious mealIllustrative background for Delicious meal ?? "content

Delicious meal

  • The meal (which was delicious) was eaten quickly.
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.

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1.2Prefixes

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1.4Spelling Rules

1.5Reading Comprehension

1.6Reading Comprehension: SAT Practise

1.7Word Meaning

1.8Fact vs. Opinion

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1.10Figurative Language

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2Writing

2.1Sounds in Words

2.2Homophones

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2.9Expanded Nouns

2.10Punctuation

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