Lesson 425

Mechanics - Punctuation - Hyphens

Use a hyphen to show the omission of a connecting word.

Example:
chapters 1-5 (through omitted)

 
 
 

Instructions: Supply hyphens and omit the words where they are needed in these sentences.

1. We studied the Franco and Prussian War in our history class.

2. For tomorrow read chapters 6 to 9 in your geography book.

3. The decade 1950 through 1959 was a great time to grow up.

4. The New York to Paris flight will leave on time.

5. Study your letters l through z for the next quiz.