Indicating Hesitation

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to help students understand how to use an ellipsis to indicate hesitation in dialogue. It features illustrations of three boys, each associated with a speech bubble where students are prompted to write what the character is saying. The task requires the use of an ellipsis within each speech bubble to show that the character is hesitating. This activity combines visual cues with writing skills to emphasize the use of punctuation in conveying emotion and speech patterns.

The worksheet is teaching students to recognize and emulate the natural pauses and uncertainties that occur in spoken language. By instructing them to write sentences that incorporate ellipses to signal hesitation, the exercise helps students learn how punctuation can affect the reading and interpretation of dialogue. This skill is important for creative writing and developing dialogue that reflects realistic speech. The task also encourages students to think about how they convey emotions and reactions through writing, enhancing their expressive abilities.