Semicolon and Colon Practice Flashcard

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.

Front

What is a colon used for?

Back

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

Front

When should you use a semicolon instead of a period?

Back

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

Front

What punctuation mark is used before a list of items?

Back

Colon.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a conjunctive adverb?

Back

But.

Front

What is the correct way to write a sentence with a list?

Back

Hamburgers can be cooked well done, medium, or rare.

Front

What punctuation mark is used to separate items in a complex list?

Back

Semicolon.

Front

What is the difference between a colon and a semicolon?

Back

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

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using a semicolon correctly.

Back

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

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using a colon correctly.

Back

She has three pets: a dog, a cat, and a rabbit.