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Colons
Commas
Semi-Colons
D vs. I Clauses
Misc.
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Name two uses for a colon
Answers will vary. -Indicate time -biblical passage -salutation -law -Expanding on IC -before a long quote -Seperate a title from subtitle -before a list
100
What is this sentence an example of? Although John Proctor is the protagonist of the story and eventually wins in the end.
Fragmented sentence.
100
True of false: This is in independent clause: Sit.
True! (Subject is implied as "you")
100
True or false: A dependent clause has a subject and a verb.
True.
100
Which form of the word "it's" shows possession? "It's" or "Its"
Its
200
What comes before a colon?
An independent clause
200
What is this sentence an example of? I am very hungry, my stomach is growling.
Comma Splice.
200
What is wrong with this sentence? Recently, I have been addicted to Game of Thrones, because of the complicated plot twists.
No comma after "Thrones" is needed
200
True or false: "Frankly speaking" is a dependent clause. Frankly speaking, Jewel has better cupcakes than Marianos.
False.
200
What does the "o" in FANBOYS stand for?
Or
300
List the three things that can come after a colon in a complete sentence.
-A dependent clause -An independent clause -A list
300
What is it called when two independent clauses are connected without any punctuation? For example: I love to eat I love cake oh my gosh.
Run-On Sentence
300
Should these two sentences be joined with a semicolon? Why or why not? Roses are red; I like meat.
No - the sentences are not related. A semicolon should only join related thoughts.
300
Please located the dependent clause and write it on your board. I really need to stop thinking about cupcakes and cookies and cake and doughnuts when I'm so hungry.
"when I'm so hungry".
300
Is this sentence correct? If so, write correct. If not, correct it. "During the 1800s, the people were tough and hardy."
Correct.
400
Is this the correct usage of a colon? Why or why not? I am going to the store because I need: juice, candy, and cupcakes. Yum.
No. There is not an independent clause in front of the colon.
400
Please name four ways that a conjunctive adverb can be used in a sentence.
1. Introductory Word. 2. Interrupter 3. In sentence pattern 1A 4. As a concluding word
400
Is this sentence correct? If yes, write "correct". If not, correct it. During the Civil War; however, brothers were fighting brothers.
Incorrect. During the Civil War, however, brothers were fighting brothers.
400
True or False: There words all indicate a dependent clause: However, nonetheless, and subsequently.
False.
400
Is this sentence correct? If so, write correct. If not, correct it. "Cardinals are native, only to America."
Incorrect. Cardinals are native only to America.
500
Is the correct punctuation mark used here? Correct if not. My English teacher taught me something really important today; she taught me to study grammar.
A colon should be used instead of a semicolon.
500
There is one comma missing here. Please write the word that the comma should follow. Students, I think that, although you are already bright, kind, and thoughtful, it would be really cool and great if you could bring Miss Allen, your teacher some delicious, nutritious, pink frosted, sprinkle-covered, and chocolate cupcakes.
teacher.
500
Is this sentence correct? Stop; Look; Listen.
Yes.
500
The first person to stand up and sing the chorus of "Shake It Off" by Taylor Swift gets 500 points! Go!
:D
500
What is a dependent clause markers technical name?
A subordinating conjunction.