Which sentence below shows correct use of em dashes?
a. instead of another-trip her first-choice jessica opted to take the shopping spree for her prize.
b. instead of another trip – her first choice—jessica opted to take the shopping spree for her prize.
c. instead of another trip, her first choice jessica, opted to take the shopping-spree for her prize.
d. instead of – another trip her first choice – jessica opted to take the shopping spree for her prize.

Which techniques best describe the tone the author is using in this passage?

Writers can create sound effects in poetry by utilizing sound devices. a dictionary. mnemonic devices. capitalization.

You have been given the assignment of speaking about the affects of illegal drug use on youth in america. which of the following types of research is likely not to be necessary while preparing for your speech? a. a government website with statistics on convictions for possession among adolescents under the age of 18 b. a library book about the pharmaceutical drug industry in america c. a recent article from cnn.com about a special home for teenagers addicted to drugs d. a website that provides support for parents whose children are in rehab