Use the sentence to answer the prompt. 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)
The ellipsis is used in the paragraph to indicate an omission. This is evident as the section that follows the ellipsis is omitted, skipping the information about what the case was about, the parties involved, and any other relevant details.
