Stephanie Constantino
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Students will identify the correct usage of colons and semi-colons in sentences.

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Colons vs. Semi-Colons

Question 1 of 10

1

Which of the following is a colon?

Select one of the following:

  • :

  • ;

  • ()

  • <

Explanation

Question 2 of 10

1

Which of the following is a semi-colon?

Select one of the following:

  • :

  • ;

  • "

  • >

Explanation

Question 3 of 10

1

A colon is used to introduce a subject or list.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 4 of 10

1

A semi-colon can NOT be used to separate two independent clauses.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 5 of 10

1

When using a semi-colon to separate two independent clauses, the topics of the clauses MUST be related to each other.

Select one of the following:

  • True

  • False

Explanation

Question 6 of 10

1

Fill in the blank with the correct punctuation:

We will bring the following to the picnic __ sandwiches, chips, and lemonade.

Select one of the following:

  • :

  • ;

Explanation

Question 7 of 10

1

Fill in the blank with the correct punctuation:

I was going to be working at my dream job __ a veterinarian.

Select one of the following:

  • :

  • ;

Explanation

Question 8 of 10

1

Fill in the blank with the correct punctuation.

We wanted to visit the aquarium __ we'd heard that there was a new dolphin exhibit opening.

Select one of the following:

  • :

  • ;

Explanation

Question 9 of 10

1

Fill in the blank with the correct punctuation.

Music is so relaxing __ I listen to it while trying to sleep.

Select one of the following:

  • :

  • ;

Explanation

Question 10 of 10

1

Fill in the blank with the correct punctuation.

She'd accomplish her goal __ winning the election.

Select one of the following:

  • :

  • ;

Explanation