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Colon and Semicolon

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which sentence shows the correct use of colon?

a)

Ms. Luvly: said "Remember to answer the Critical Thinking Question in the core activities."

b)

Ms. Luvly said: "Remember to answer the Critical Thinking Question in the core activities."

c)

Ms. Luvly said "Remember to answer the Critical Thinking Question in the core activities:"

2.

Which sentence shows the correct use of colon?

a)

Attention Parents: of Grade 8

b)

Attention Parents of Grade: 8

c)

Attention: Parents of Grade 8

3.

Which of the following shows the correct use of colon?

a)

P:S Remember to wear a hat during the trip.

b)

PS: Remember to wear a hat during the trip.

c)

PS Remember to wear a hat: during the trip.

4.

Which of the following shows the correct use of a semicolon?

a)

Salem thinks he is the best; in Math he thinks he can beat everyone.

b)

Salem thinks he is the best in Math; he thinks he can beat everyone.

c)

Salem thinks he is the best in Math he thinks he can beat; everyone.

5.

Which of the following shows the correct use of a semicolon?

a)

I wanted to buy a new mobile phone; however, I have more important things to prioritize.

b)

I wanted to; buy a new mobile phone however, I have more important things to prioritize.

c)

I wanted to buy a new mobile phone however, I have more important; things to prioritize.

6.

I wish to become a scientist someday; however, PE is my favorite subject.

This sentence shows the correct use of a semicolon.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

7.

Bring any two items; however, sleeping bags and tents are in short supply.

This sentence shows the correct use of a semicolon.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

8.

I am here; you are over there.

This sentence shows the correct use of a semicolon.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

9.

Dear: Chairman

This phrase shows the correct use of a colon.

a)

Correct

b)

Incorrect

10.

Which of the following shows the correct use of a colon?

a)

Some of my goals are buying: a new house and lot, buying a luxury car, and starting a business.

b)

Some of my goals: are buying a new house and lot, buying a luxury car, and starting a business.

c)

Some of my goals are: buying a new house and lot, buying a luxury car, and starting a business.