Semi-Colons and Colons Quiz

Which of the following sentences uses a semicolon correctly?

(Remember a semicolon joins two independent clauses)

• The sun was setting; the sky turned a brilliant shade of orange.

• She wanted to go to the park; but her friend was too tired.

• He ran quickly; because he was late for the meeting.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which of the following sentences uses a semicolon correctly?

(Remember a semicolon can connect two related independent clauses)

• She wanted to go to the concert; she had too much homework to finish.

• The sun was setting and the sky turned a brilliant shade of orange.

• He brought his umbrella; because it looked like rain.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly?

(Remember a semicolon joins two complete sentences)

• The students studied hard for the test; they wanted to do well.

• After the movie; we went out for dinner.

• He likes to read; and to write stories.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which sentence uses a colon correctly?

(Remember a colon introduces a list, explanation, or quotation)

• She brought three things to the picnic: sandwiches, fruit, and lemonade.

• He was late: because he missed the bus.

• The teacher said: everyone must finish the test on time.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly?

(Remember a semicolon joins two complete sentences)

• The exercises, as in the other instance; took place immediately in the arena.

• She had done what no other person had done; she had possessed herself of the secret of the doors.

• The young man might have a fitting bride; because of his love for the princess.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which sentence correctly uses a colon to introduce a list?

(Remember a colon comes after a complete sentence)

• She brought: her favorite book to class.

• To be a good friend, there are some things you should remember: be kind, honest,, and positive with your friends.

• He wanted: to go to the park after school.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Which sentence correctly uses a colon to introduce a list?

(Remember a colon comes after a complete sentence)

• My favorite colors are: blue, green, and yellow.

• The only birds I hunt are these: geese, turkey, pheasants, and ducks.

• I like: hunting, fishing, and bird watching.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Which sentence correctly uses a colon to introduce a list?

(Remember a colon comes after a complete sentence)

• Don't go to: the haunted house or the corn maze.

• Just stop: pinching, poking, and hitting me.

• After school, my club is planning the following activities: roller skating, dinner, and a movie.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Which sentence correctly uses a colon to introduce a list?

(Remember a colon comes after a complete sentence)

• You will need to bring these items to check in: licenses, permission forms, and your tickets.

• There is: shrimp cocktail, fried shrimp, and calamari.

• Don't forget to call: your uncle, your niece, and your cousin Frank,

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Which sentence correctly uses a colon to introduce a list?

(Remember a colon comes after a complete sentence)

• The camping trip was: hot, sticky, and gross.

• You will need to bring the following items on the camping trip: tennis shoes, bug spray, and a hat.

• I don't like to camp: because there are bugs, animals, and no air conditioning.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B