Colons and Semicolons
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English
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12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a colon used for in a sentence?
Back
A colon is used to introduce a list, a quote, an explanation, or to separate two independent clauses when the second clause explains or illustrates the first.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a semicolon used for in a sentence?
Back
A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a correct use of a colon.
Back
Example: She had three favorite fruits: apples, oranges, and bananas.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a correct use of a semicolon.
Back
Example: I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an independent clause?
Back
An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dependent clause?
Back
A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
True or False: A colon can be used to separate two independent clauses.
Back
True, but only when the second clause explains or elaborates on the first.
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