Colons Quiz

What is the time notation for 3 hours and 45 minutes?

• 3/45

• 3.45

• 3-45

• 3:45

Which of the following is the correct use of a colon in a formal letter?

• In the middle of a word

• Before the closing of the letter

• At the end of a sentence

• After the salutation or greeting

Using colons in formal writing: In a research paper, how should a colon be used to introduce a list of items?

• By using it to introduce a single item

• By using it to separate two independent clauses

• By placing it at the end of the introductory phrase or clause

• By placing it in the middle of a sentence

Which sentence correctly uses a colon to introduce a list?

(Remember a colon comes after a complete sentence)

• Reece, bring: your toothbrush, and a towel.

• Bryan, could you pick up some: chocolate candies before coming to the dance?

• At the dance, the following genres of music will be played: classic rock, pop, and country.

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.

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.

Choose the correct sentence. 

• My sandwich must have the following toppings lettuce, onions, and pickles.
• My sandwich must have the following toppings: lettuce, onions, and pickles.

Choose the correct sentence or sentences. 

• We sell the the parts of cars, motorcycles, and boats.
• The sell the parts of: cars, motorcycles, and boats. 

Choose the correct sentence or sentences. 

• Frank loves: hamburgers, fries, and shakes.
• Frank loves hamburgers, fries, and shakes. 

Where should the colon go? You may be required to bring many things sleeping bags, pans, utensils, and warm clothing.

• be:

• things:

• bring:

• No colon