Colons, Semicolons, and Commas

Colons, Semicolons, and Commas

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English

9th - 10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a colon used for?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a semicolon used for?

Back

A semicolon (;) is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a comma used for?

Back

A comma (,) is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, or to set off clauses.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a colon before a list?

Back

Use a colon before a list when the introductory clause is a complete sentence.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a semicolon instead of a period?

Back

Use a semicolon instead of a period to connect two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the rule for using commas in a series?

Back

Use commas to separate three or more items in a series.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you use a semicolon with conjunctive adverbs?

Back

Use a semicolon before a conjunctive adverb (e.g., however, therefore) when it connects two independent clauses.

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