D.C. Comp Punctuation Practice
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11th - 12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct punctuation for listing items in a sentence?
Back
Use a colon (:) before the list if the introductory clause is a complete sentence. Example: "I enjoy many kinds of music: jazz, rock, and classical."
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How should a quote be introduced in a sentence?
Back
Use a colon (:) before the quote if the introduction is a complete sentence. Example: "Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice opens with the following satirical comment: 'It is a truth universally acknowledged...'"
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the rule for punctuating items in a series?
Back
Use commas to separate items in a series, and use a semicolon (;) to separate complex items that contain commas. Example: "The room was decorated with balloons; red, yellow, and black streamers; and glow-in-the-dark stars."
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean for a sentence to be parallel?
Back
A sentence is parallel when it uses the same grammatical structure for similar elements. Example: "She likes reading, writing, and jogging."
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct punctuation for independent clauses joined by a conjunction?
Back
Use a comma before the conjunction. Example: "I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain."
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should a semicolon be used?
Back
Use a semicolon to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list. Example: "I have a big test tomorrow; I can’t go out tonight."
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the function of a colon in a sentence?
Back
A colon introduces a list, a quote, or an explanation. Example: "He had one goal: to win the championship."
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