Colons

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What must precede a colon in a sentence?

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A full sentence.

Front

Is the colon in the sentence 'There are several places I would like to visit: Italy, France, and Canada.' correct?

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Yes.

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Which of the following sentences uses a colon correctly? 'Here are the three books that I have read; Goldie Locks and the 3 Bears, Houdini, and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.'

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Incorrect. The correct sentence is: 'Here are the three books that I have read: Goldie Locks and the 3 Bears, Houdini, and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.'

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How should the sentence 'The following streets are flooded Hull St., Courthouse Rd., and Hopkins Rd.' be punctuated?

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It should be: 'The following streets are flooded: Hull St., Courthouse Rd., and Hopkins Rd.'

Front

Is the use of a colon correct in the sentence 'I love: cooking, baking, and programming.'?

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No, it is incorrect.

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What is the primary function of a colon in a sentence?

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To introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation.

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Can a colon be used after a complete sentence?

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Yes, a colon can be used after a complete sentence.

Front

What punctuation mark is used to introduce a list?

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A colon (:) is used to introduce a list.

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In the sentence 'He has three favorite colors: blue, green, and red.', what is the role of the colon?

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The colon introduces the list of favorite colors.

Front

True or False: A colon can be used before a complete sentence that explains or elaborates on the first part.

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True.