

Colon Usage and Punctuation Rules
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English
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6th - 7th Grade
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Hard
Richard Gonzalez
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one of the primary uses of a colon in a sentence?
To introduce an explanation
To indicate a question
To separate items in a list
To end a sentence
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can a colon be used in relation to independent clauses?
To end a paragraph
To introduce a list
To separate clauses where the second explains the first
To join two unrelated ideas
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following sentences correctly uses a colon to introduce an explanation?
She was late: the bus was delayed.
He bought: apples, oranges, and bananas.
The answer is simple: study more.
She said: 'Hello!'
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does a colon affect the emphasis of a sentence?
It changes the meaning
It has no effect
It adds emphasis
It reduces emphasis
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In which scenario is a colon used instead of a semicolon?
When listing items
When the second clause explains the first
When starting a new paragraph
When ending a sentence
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of a colon when introducing an example?
To end a sentence
To separate two unrelated ideas
To provide a specific instance
To start a new paragraph
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence correctly uses a colon to introduce a list?
She likes: running, swimming, and biking.
The meeting is at: 10 AM.
I need to buy: milk, bread, and eggs.
He said: 'Good morning!'
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