Semicolons and Colons

Semicolons and Colons

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th Grade

Medium

Created by

Leah Kayonnie

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the primary uses of a semicolon?

To end a sentence

To introduce a quote

To connect two independent clauses

To separate hours from minutes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a semicolon compared to when used in lists?

A period

A colon

A question mark

A super comma

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a colon often compared to in the video?

A semicolon

A comma

A period

A butler at a fancy dinner party

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where can you go if you have more questions about using colons and semicolons?

An online forum

A grammar textbook

The local library

The University Writing Center

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one key difference between colons and semicolons?

Colons are used to connect independent clauses

Semicolons introduce lists

Semicolons separate hours from minutes

Colons announce and introduce things