Which is the best use of punctuation?
joel and lisette went (to the museum) to see an exhibit on ancient egyptian artifacts.
sandy, a wayward puppy, was taken in and adopted by a loving family.
our national parks are (beautiful places) to appreciate the many landmarks in our country.
refrain from talking—during the movie as to not disturb the patrons.

a. Joel and Lisette went (to the museum) to see an exhibit on ancient Egyptian artifacts.

Explanation:

Sandy, a wayward puppu, was taken in and adopted by a loving family.

Explanation:

Commas, parentheses and dashes have different uses in English. These three grammar elements are useful to add extra information, giving it different relevance:

In the example given, the intention of using these elements is to add extra information, but except for example B, there is a complete misuse of each of the remaining elements. They don't introduce extra information, but give less relevance to important information.