Rule 1
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So far, the class studied the following topics periods, commas, semicolons, and colons.
So far, the class studied the following topics: periods, commas, semicolons, and colons.
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To Whom It May Concern
To Whom It May Concern:
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Meet me at the mall at 730.
Meet me at the mall at 7:30.
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You will need the following supplies for your science-fair experiment paper, glue, and scissors.
You will need the following supplies for your science-fair experiment: paper, glue, and scissors.
What is a colon used for?
Colons are used to show that something is following, like a list, or a long formal statement.
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He wanted to see three cities in Italy Rome, Florence, and Venice
He wanted to see three cities in Italy: Rome, Florence, and Venice
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Dear Mr. Wilson
Dear Mr. Wilson:
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You should begin your business letter with Dear Sir or Madam
You should begin your business letter with Dear Sir or Madam:
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The dog trainer gave us this instruction "Love your dog. Then she will love you."
The dog trainer gave us this instruction: "Love your dog. Then she will love you."
What is one direct use for a colon in business writing?
Colons should be used after a formal salutation or greeting.
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Here are three states that begin with M Michigan, Mississippi, and Maine.
Here are three states that begin with M: Michigan, Mississippi, and Maine.
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Dear Mr. Gilbert,
Dear Mr. Gilbert:
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Animal lovers have you heard about the Sanctuary for Animals
Animal lovers, have you heard about the Sanctuary for Animals?
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Claire helped Jamie see his fate, "You're never going to win the talent show. You aren't talented enough."
Claire helped Jamie see his fate: "You're never going to win the talent show. You aren't talented enough."
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Founded by Leonard and Bunny Brook the sanctuary is a safe home for all kinds of animals
Founded by Leonard and Bunny Brook, the sanctuary is a safe home for all kinds of animals.
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The English language is spectacular. There are 8 different types of punctuation marks
The English language is spectacular. There are 14 different types of punctuation marks:
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The Brooks their family and their friends care for animals like this young cougar they also let the animals work for themselves
The Brooks, their family, and their friends care for animals like this young cougar; they also let the animals work for themselves.
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The following students gave reports Brevin Jacob and Elizabeth
The following students gave reports: Brevin, Jacob, and Elizabeth.
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Walter this is Ellen who has transferred to our school
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Walter, this is Ellen, who has transferred to our school.
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By the way Rosa have you seen any of Alfred Hitchcock's movies
By the way, Rosa, have you seen any of Alfred Hitchcock's movies?
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This year I want to visit four amazing cities; Paris, London, New York, and Barcelona.
This year I want to visit four amazing cities: Paris, London, New York, and Barcelona.
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Mr T E Hawk a friend of my mother's helps me with math.
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Our new address is 205 West 5th Ave Groton SD 57445.
Our new address is 205 West 5th Ave., Groton, SD 57445.
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On June 15 1983 my father opened his first florist shop.
On June 15, 1983, my father opened his first florist shop.
What is the difference between a colon (:) and a semicolon (;)?
Colons (:) are used in sentences to show that something is following, like a quotation, example, or list.
Semicolons (;) are used to join two independent clauses, or two complete thoughts that could stand alone as complete sentences.