Brackets Flashcards

A punctuation mark used to enclose additional information or clarification within a sentence.

To add extra information, explanations, or asides without interrupting the main sentence flow.

Round brackets (parentheses) and square brackets are the two main types used in writing.

Used to enclose additional information or asides that are not essential to the main sentence.

Used to add clarifications, corrections, or editorial comments within quoted text.

Information within brackets should not disrupt the grammatical structure of the main sentence.

Brackets are less common in formal writing and should be used sparingly to maintain clarity and professionalism.

Correct use of brackets contributes to technical accuracy, which is assessed under AO6 in writing tasks.

Brackets can help maintain cohesion by providing additional context or explanations without breaking sentence flow.

Overusing brackets can make writing appear cluttered and disrupt readability; use them only when necessary.