Semicolon and Colon

What punctuation mark is used before a list of items?

• A comma

• A semicolon

• A colon

• A period

What is the rule for using a semicolon with conjunctive adverbs?

• Use a semicolon before a conjunctive adverb when it connects two independent clauses.

• A semicolon should only be used before a coordinating conjunction.

• Conjunctive adverbs do not require a semicolon at all.

• A semicolon is used after a conjunctive adverb to separate clauses.

What is the correct punctuation for this sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk I was too tired.'

• I wanted to go for a walk, I was too tired.

• I wanted to go for a walk; I was too tired.

• I wanted to go for a walk. I was too tired.

• I wanted to go for a walk: I was too tired.

What is a colon?

• A punctuation mark used to separate two independent clauses.

• A punctuation mark used to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation.

• A punctuation mark used to indicate a pause in a sentence.

• A punctuation mark used to end a sentence.

What is the difference between a semicolon and a colon?

• A semicolon is used to introduce lists, while a colon connects related independent clauses.

• A semicolon connects related independent clauses, while a colon introduces lists or explanations.

• A semicolon is used to separate items in a list, while a colon is used to end a sentence.

• A semicolon is used to connect two unrelated sentences, while a colon is used for emphasis.

What is an independent clause?

• A group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

• A phrase that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

• A type of sentence that asks a question.

• A group of words that provides additional information about a noun.

When should you use a colon?

• Before a list of items, a quote, or to explain or elaborate on the preceding clause.

• Only before a quote.

• Only in formal writing.

• Before a semicolon.

What is a semicolon?

• A punctuation mark used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

• A type of sentence that expresses a complete thought.

• A mark used to indicate a pause longer than a comma but shorter than a period.

• A symbol used in mathematical equations to denote division.

What punctuation mark is used between independent clauses closely related in meaning if they are NOT joined by a conjunction?

• A colon

• A semicolon

• A comma

• A period

Provide an example of a colon used correctly.

• You will need the following items: a pencil, paper, and a calculator.

• I have three favorite fruits: apples, bananas, and oranges.

• The meeting starts at 10:00 AM: please be on time.

• She said: I will be there soon.