📚 Topic Summary
An ellipsis (plural: ellipses) is a set of three dots (...) indicating the omission of words from quoted material. We use ellipses to shorten quotes while preserving their original meaning. It's crucial to use them ethically, ensuring the altered quote doesn't misrepresent the speaker's intent. Ellipses can appear at the beginning, middle, or end of a quote, depending on where the omission occurs. Proper use of ellipses maintains the integrity of the source material while making the quote more concise.
🧠 Part A: Vocabulary
Match the term with its correct definition:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Ellipsis |
A. To leave something out |
| 2. Omission |
B. The original source of information |
| 3. Quote |
C. A punctuation mark showing something is missing |
| 4. Source |
D. Words taken directly from someone or something else |
| 5. Integrity |
E. The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles |
(Match the numbers 1-5 with the letters A-E.)
📝 Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the paragraph using the words below (some words may not be used):
Words: important, meaning, ellipses, quote, shorter, longer
When we use a _____, we sometimes want to make it _____. We can use _____ to show that we have removed some words. It is _____ to ensure that the _____ of the quote stays the same.
🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking
Why is it important to use ellipses ethically when quoting someone? Give an example of how misusing ellipses could change the meaning of a quote.