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Commas, Semicolons, & Colons

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Nate, who works as a software engineer, majored in computer science.

a)

correct

b)

incorrect

2.

Because Jesse is my friend; I invited him to my party.

a)

correct

b)

incorrect

3.

Although, I want to go to Hawaii for Joe’s wedding I have to work.

a)

correct

b)

incorrect

4.

Unable to focus because of the loud construction work outside, Harry went to the library to study.

a)

correct

b)

incorrect

5.

During spring break, my days will consist of: eating, watching Netflix, and sleeping.

a)

correct

b)

incorrect

6.

Participation in sports teaches many values, including, perseverance, teamwork, and dedication.

a)

correct

b)

incorrect

7.

Dorothy failed her test, it was extremely difficult.

a)

correct

b)

incorrect

8.

Dorothy failed her test, but it was extremely difficult.

a)

correct

b)

incorrect

9.

Dorothy failed her test, which was extremely difficult.

a)

correct

b)

incorrect

10.

Dorothy failed her test; it was extremely difficult.

a)

correct

b)

incorrect

11.

Studies show that children; who are physically active may perform better in the classroom.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

children,

c)

children

d)

children:

12.

Last week, Theodore, who is an extremely conscientious student, won a $10,000 scholarship; his parents are incredibly proud.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

student won

c)

scholarship: parents

d)

scholarship, parents

13.

Julie was thoroughly confused: she couldn’t figure out where she put her car keys.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

confused, she

c)

confused she,

d)

confused she

14.

Paul was overcome with joy when he saw actor, Keanu Reeves, in the parking lot of a McDonald’s restaurant.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

actor, Keanu Reeves

c)

actor: Keanu Reeves

d)

actor Keanu Reeves

15.

I hurried home from school to find Max, my dog that I’ve had for five years chewing on my favorite pair of shoes.

a)

NO CHANGE

b)

had, for five years chewing

c)

had for five years, chewing

d)

had, for five, years chewing