Colon Semi Colon

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What is a colon?

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

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When should a colon be used?

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A colon should be used after a complete sentence that introduces a list or explanation.

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What is a semi-colon?

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A semi-colon (;) is a punctuation mark used to connect closely related independent clauses.

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When should a semi-colon be used?

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A semi-colon should be used to link two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

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Example of a sentence using a colon.

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I need the following items: bread, milk, and eggs.

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Example of a sentence using a semi-colon.

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

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

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

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How do you punctuate this sentence? 'I have a dog he is very friendly.'

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I have a dog; he is very friendly.

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How do you punctuate this sentence? 'She loves to read her favorite genre is fantasy.'

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She loves to read; her favorite genre is fantasy.

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What comes before a colon?

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A complete sentence that introduces what follows.