Commas, Dashes, Semi-Colons, and Colons- Review Not Graded

Front

What is the primary purpose of a dash in a sentence?

Back

To indicate a pause or break in thought.

Front

Which sentence is written correctly?

Back

The lost dog appeared on my doorstep, hungry and tired.

Front

Which date is written correctly?

Back

October 8, 1990.

Front

What is this symbol called? :

Back

Colon.

Front

Which sentence is written correctly?

Back

My mother washed my clothes, and I put them in the dresser.

Front

What is a comma used for?

Back

To separate items in a list or to indicate a pause in a sentence.

Front

What is a semi-colon used for?

Back

To connect two related independent clauses.

Front

What is the difference between a colon and a semi-colon?

Back

A colon introduces a list or explanation, while a semi-colon connects closely related ideas.

Front

How do you use dashes in a sentence?

Back

Dashes can be used to set off additional information or to create emphasis.

Front

What is the correct way to write a list using commas?

Back

Use commas to separate items, and place 'and' before the last item.