Period 8 Quiz on Semicolons and Colons

One use of semicolon is to join 2 sentences that are related.

• True

• False

Colons are used to introduce a list, to show time, and after the salutation of a business/formal letter.

• True

• False

Does the following use a semicolon correctly?

Josh studied extremely hard for the quiz; for he wanted to end the quarter with a bang!

• correct

• incorrect

Does the following use a semicolon correctly?

Twilight is one of Vivi's favorite movies; it's one of mine, too.

• correct

• incorrect

Does the following use a semicolon correctly?

Pet Party Wednesday is always fun; I really look forward to it!

• correct

• incorrect

Does the following use a semicolon correctly?

Moby is really adorable; so I hope he shows up!

• correct

• incorrect

Does the following use a colon correctly?

I love to do the following: write, paint, and sing.

• correct

• incorrect

Does the following use a colon correctly?

There are many cereals I love, which include: Cheerios, Rice Krispies, and Cocoa Puffs.

• correct

• incorrect

Does the following use a colon correctly?

On our walk we saw so many animals: bunnies, squirrels, dogs, deer, and turkeys!

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• incorrect

Does the following use a colon correctly?

You will need these items for your trip: sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and tennis shoes.

• correct

• incorrect