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What is a colon?

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

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

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When should a colon be used?

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A colon should be used before a list or an explanation that follows an independent clause.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

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Example of a correct colon usage.

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I need the following: eggs, milk, and bread.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

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What is a semicolon?

Back

A semicolon (;) is a punctuation mark used to connect closely related independent clauses.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

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When should a semicolon be used?

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A semicolon should be used to link two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

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Example of a correct semicolon usage.

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I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

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What is a comma?

Back

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

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

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When should a comma be used?

Back

A comma should be used to separate items in a list, before conjunctions in compound sentences, and after introductory elements.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

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Example of a correct comma usage.

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I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.

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CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

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What is the difference between a colon and a semicolon?

Back

A colon introduces lists or explanations, while a semicolon connects related independent clauses.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B