Commas, Colons, Semi Colons Review

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What is a comma?

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

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What is a colon?

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

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What is a semicolon?

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A punctuation mark (;) used to connect independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

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When should you use a comma in a list?

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Use commas to separate items in a list of three or more.

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When should you use a colon?

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Use a colon before a list, a quote, or an explanation that follows an independent clause.

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When should you use a semicolon?

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Use a semicolon to connect two independent clauses that are closely related but not joined by a conjunction.

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Example of a sentence using a comma in a list.

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I like apples, oranges, and bananas.

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Example of a sentence using a colon.

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He had one goal: to win the championship.

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Example of a sentence using a semicolon.

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

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What is the function of a comma in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before a conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') to separate two independent clauses.