Semicolon and Colon Quiz

Which of the following is an example of a semicolon in a sentence?

• I went to the store; I bought some groceries.

• I went to the store: I bought some groceries.

• I went to the store, I bought some groceries.

• I went to the store. I bought some groceries.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Choose the correct usage of a colon in a sentence.

• To end a sentence

• To introduce a list, an explanation, or a quotation

• To separate two independent clauses

• To indicate possession

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

In which sentence is the semicolon used correctly?

• She is my best friend; we met in college.

• I love to swim; in the ocean.

• The cat is black; and the dog is white.

• I finished my work; then I went to the gym.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Identify the sentence with the correct use of a colon.

• She bought: milk, eggs, and bread.

• The movie was: really good.

• I need to: finish my homework.

• The presentation will cover three main topics: marketing, sales, and customer service.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Which sentence demonstrates the proper use of a semicolon?

• I finished my work then I went to the gym.

• I finished my work; then I went to the gym.

• I finished my work, then I went to the gym.

• I finished my work; then I went to the store.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Select the sentence that uses a colon correctly.

• The cat: jumped over the fence.

• She: went to the store to buy groceries.

• I need to buy: milk, eggs, and bread.

• The report included the following items: budget, timeline, and recommendations.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Which of the following sentences contains a semicolon used appropriately?

• She went to the store; to buy some milk

• The sun is shining; it's a beautiful day

• I have a dog; she has a cat

• I like pizza; my favorite topping is pineapple

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Pick the sentence that demonstrates the correct use of a colon.

• The recipe calls for three main ingredients: flour, sugar, and eggs.

• The movie was: really long and boring.

• She had three items on her shopping list: milk, bread, and butter.

• The dog barked: loudly and persistently.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

In which sentence is the semicolon used correctly?

• I love to eat pizza; it's my favorite food.

• She went to the store; to buy some milk.

• I have a big test tomorrow; I need to study all night.

• The sun is shining; it's a beautiful day.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Identify the sentence with the correct use of a colon.

• The teacher gave us a simple instruction: complete the assignment by tomorrow.

• She was feeling: tired and hungry.

• I need to buy: milk, eggs, and bread.

• The dog barked: loudly and persistently.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B