colons
This punctuation mark is used to introduce a list,explanation, or long quotation.
What is a colon?
Primarily used to connect two independent clauses without using conjuctions
what is semi-colons
Use this mark to set off a long quotation (more than 40 words) or for dramatic emphasis.
what is colon
True or false? You should use a colon immediately after a phrase such as “such as” or “including”
what is false?
Separate two independent clauses when the second clause begins with a conjunctive adverb (e.g., however, therefore, moreover, nevertheless) or a transition phrase.
What is semi colon
"I love hiking; it is great exercise." This sentence uses a semicolon to connect two of these.
What is independent clauses
Which sentence is correct: "She needs these items: a pen, paper, and a stapler" OR "She needs: a pen, paper, and a stapler"?
What is "She needs these items: a pen, paper, and a stapler"?
Is this used in the correct way? "I have a test; I can't go out.")
What is true
This punctuation mark connects two closely related independent clauses without a conjunction.
What is semi-colons
A colon can be used between a preposition and its object, such as in "I went to the store for: milk, bread, and eggs".
What is false?
Who is the bestest person in the wholeeee wide world
What is nyaila
Fill in the blank: "The dog barked loudly ___ the cat hissed."
What is semi-colon
A colon can be used to join two independent clauses if the second clause directly explains, illustrates, or expands on the first, a function often performed by this type of word.
What is independent clause?
How did you like this game
what is anything
What must follow a complete sentence?
what is semi-colon