He read that “it took more than two years . . . for the case to tried in court and a verdict to be reached.”

Question

He read that “it took more than two years . . . for the case to tried in court and a verdict to be reached.”

In 1-2 sentences, explain if the ellipsis is used in the paragraph to indicate a pause or an omission. Use details to support your answer.

(2 points)

Answer 1

The ellipsis is used in the paragraph to indicate an omission. This is evident as the text skips over the specific details of what happened during the two-year period and focuses solely on the time it took for the case to be tried and a verdict to be reached.