semicolons and colons

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What is a colon used for in a sentence?

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A colon is used to introduce a list, a quote, or to emphasize a point.

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What is a semicolon used for in a sentence?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

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Identify the correct use of a colon: 'I have three favorite fruits: apples, bananas, and cherries.'

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Correct use of a colon to introduce a list.

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Identify the correct use of a semicolon: 'I wanted to go for a walk; it was raining outside.'

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Correct use of a semicolon to connect two related independent clauses.

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What is the difference between a colon and a semicolon?

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A colon introduces or emphasizes, while a semicolon connects related independent clauses.

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When should you not use a colon?

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Do not use a colon after a verb or a preposition.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a semicolon correctly.

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

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What punctuation mark is used to separate items in a complex list?

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Semicolons are used to separate items in a complex list.

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What is the function of a colon in the sentence: 'He had one goal: to win the championship.'?

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The colon emphasizes the goal.

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How do you punctuate this sentence correctly: 'I have visited Paris London and Rome.'?

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I have visited Paris, London, and Rome.