Drag each tile to the correct location. Match each punctuation mark to what it indicates.

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Purpose
Punctuation Mark
sets off information that is helpful, but not always essential
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sets apart information that is essential to the meaning of a sentence
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introduces a list, a definition, an explanation, or a quote that follows an independent clause
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( ) sets off information that is helpful, but not always essential.

: sets apart information that is essential to the meaning of a sentence.

— introduces a list, a definition, an explanation, or a quote that follows an independent clause.

Explanation:

Dashes are used for lists. —

Parentheses or brackets are used when trying to add more to a sentence (just like this) in order to elaborate. ( )

Colon is used for lists or to add on to something. My stomach hurts: I felt a pain in my abdomen.

Tell me if I got it right, sorry if they’re wrong.

amaterasu is my sister! wow so rude!

answer: it is true that students often work and do household chores, but managing homework in addition to other responsibilities students learn to organize their time efficiently and prioritize their studies.

the first argument attacks those who disagree, asking them to be "realistic" and "accept facts." this is not conducive to healthy debate and disagreement. the second one only takes into account a section of the student population, and ignores the other one. finally, the third option offers only anecdotal evidence. it is only the last option that provides a well-constructed argument in a persuasive way.