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Semicolons, colons, and commas - Duncan

Semicolons, colons, and commas - Duncan

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English

10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a colon?

Back

A colon is used to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation that follows an independent clause.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary function of a comma?

Back

A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, to separate items in a list, or to set off clauses.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you correctly punctuate a sentence with 'however'?

Back

Use a comma before 'however' when it connects two independent clauses.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What punctuation is needed in the salutation of a letter?

Back

A colon is used after the salutation in a formal letter.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you punctuate a sentence that includes 'therefore'?

Back

Use a semicolon before 'therefore' when it connects two independent clauses.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between a semicolon and a colon?

Back

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

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