Semicolon vs. colon

When using a semicolon you combine two complete thoughts.

Ex. When I’m done, I’ll help you; that’s a promise!

• =)

• Okay

• =]

• =}

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

When you using a colon, you usually add a corresponding sentence.

Ex. I bought many things: eggs, cheese, and milk.

(Use the photo for two more examples!)

• Okay

• =]

• ^^

• =}

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

How do you combine these two sentences?

Little Billy was going bald. His hair was falling out.

• With a semicolon

• With a colon

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

How do you fix this sentence with a colon?

The best bandies are out the my little pony, sponge bob, and the purple ones.

• The best bandies are out: the my little pony, sponge bob, and the purple ones.

• The best: bandies are out the my little pony, sponge bob, and the purple ones.

• The best bandies are out, the my little pony: sponge bob, and the purple ones.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Write a sentence, either with a semicolon or a colon

(Do not use the examples picture.)

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which correctly combines the two thoughts?

The girls liked the food. Their favorite was the chicken!

• The girls liked the food: their favorite was the chicken!

• The girls liked the; food their favorite was the chicken!

• The girls liked the food; their favorite was the chicken!

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

How do you feel about this topic?

• I’m ready! I could help others!

• I’m ready, but not sure if I could help others.

• I’m still confused.

• I need additional help =]

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B