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Semicolons, colons, and introductory info

Semicolons, colons, and introductory info

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English

12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a semicolon used for?

Back

A semicolon is used to link closely related ideas, to separate items in a complex list, and to join two independent clauses.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is NOT a correct use of a semicolon?

Back

To introduce a list.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a colon used for?

Back

A colon is used to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the correct punctuation for linking two independent clauses?

Back

A semicolon or a conjunction (with a comma) can be used.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an introductory phrase?

Back

An introductory phrase provides background information and sets the context for the main clause.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is NOT a trait of introductory information?

Back

An independent clause.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How should a complex list be punctuated?

Back

Use semicolons to separate items in a complex list.

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