Colons and Semicolons

Select the choice that uses correct punctuation for the following sentence:

My dog has been so well-behaved he will get a treat.

• My dog has been so well-behaved he will get: a treat.

• My dog has been; so well-behaved he will get a treat.

• My dog has been so well-behaved: he will get a treat.

• My dog has been so well-behaved; he will get a treat.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Select the choice with correct punctuation for the following sentence:

We chose three colors blue green and purple.

• We chose three colors: blue, green, and purple.

• We chose three colors; blue green and purple.

• We chose three colors: blue, green and purple.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Select the choice with correct punctuation for the following sentence:

For the Veterans' Drive, we brought many items canned goods, toothbrushes, and socks.

• For the Veterans' Drive, we brought many items canned; goods, toothbrushes, and socks.

• For the Veterans' Drive, we brought many items: canned goods, toothbrushes, and socks.

• For the Veterans' Drive; we brought many items canned goods, toothbrushes, and socks.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Does the following sentence require a colon or semicolon?

I have a test on Friday I need to study.

• Colon

• Semicolon

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Does the following sentence require a colon or semicolon?

We have a big game tomorrow therefore, I need some rest.

• Colon

• Semicolon

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.2A