Colon vs Semicolon Quiz

Which of the following sentences uses a colon correctly?

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

• She said she would tell me: but then she didn't.

• There are three things I love about summer: longer days, no school, and vacations.

• He has one hobby: fishing, hiking, and camping.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Choose the sentence that correctly uses a semicolon.

• I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.

• My favorite colors are; blue, green, and pink.

• She wants to go to the university; but her grades are not good enough.

• We went to the beach yesterday; it was fun.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which sentence correctly differentiates between the use of a colon and a semicolon?

• I have two favorite foods: pizza; and pasta.

• I have two favorite foods; pizza: and pasta.

• I have two favorite foods: pizza and pasta.

• I have two favorite foods; pizza and pasta.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Identify the sentence where a colon is used correctly.

• Before you leave: make sure to turn off the lights.

• Here is what I need from the store: eggs, milk, and bread.

• She was planning to study: chemistry, math, and English tonight.

• All of these

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Choose the sentence that correctly uses a semicolon.

• She loves to read; she goes to the library every week.

• The cat slept through the storm; the dog was terrified.

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which of the following sentences incorrectly uses a semicolon?

• I'll see you at noon; unless I get stuck in traffic.

• We could go to the beach; or we could go to the mountains.

• He is not only my friend; he is my brother.

• All of these

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Identify the sentence where a colon is used incorrectly.

• For breakfast I had: toast, eggs, and coffee.

• She has one goal in life: to be happy.

• They offered me the job: which I gladly accepted.

• None of these

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Choose the sentence that correctly applies a semicolon.

• The concert was canceled; because the singer was ill.

• It was a beautiful day; we decided to go for a hike.

• I want to go to the movies; however, I have to finish my homework first.

• Both B and C

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which sentence correctly uses a colon?

• My plan for the weekend is: sleeping, eating, and watching TV.

• Remember this: honesty is the best policy.

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Identify the incorrect use of a semicolon.

• We have everything we need for the recipe; let's start cooking.

• The meeting was postponed; it will be rescheduled for next week.

• She wanted to go to the movies; but she had too much homework.

• None of these

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A