Susan B. Anthony, 1872

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is centered around the concept of the ellipsis, which is depicted as three consecutive dots and is utilized to indicate the omission of words in a text, specifically within quotations. The goal is to teach students how to shorten quotes without changing the original meaning. It features excerpts from a historical speech, and the task is to apply the ellipsis correctly in the provided sentences. This is to help students understand how to maintain the essence of the original statement while making it more concise.

The educational purpose of this worksheet is to help students learn the proper application of the ellipsis in written language. By using the worksheet, students practice condensing lengthy quotes, which hones their ability to identify and retain the core message of the text. The exercise reinforces understanding of how to effectively communicate with brevity in writing. Through this, students improve their editing skills and their comprehension of subtle grammatical rules in English.