Colons vs. Semi-Colons

Descripción

Students will identify the correct usage of colons and semi-colons in sentences.
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Resumen del Recurso

Pregunta 1

Pregunta
Which of the following is a colon?
Respuesta
  • :
  • ;
  • ()
  • <

Pregunta 2

Pregunta
Which of the following is a semi-colon?
Respuesta
  • :
  • ;
  • "
  • >

Pregunta 3

Pregunta
A colon is used to introduce a subject or list.
Respuesta
  • True
  • False

Pregunta 4

Pregunta
A semi-colon can NOT be used to separate two independent clauses.
Respuesta
  • True
  • False

Pregunta 5

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

Pregunta 6

Pregunta
Fill in the blank with the correct punctuation: We will bring the following to the picnic __ sandwiches, chips, and lemonade.
Respuesta
  • :
  • ;

Pregunta 7

Pregunta
Fill in the blank with the correct punctuation: I was going to be working at my dream job __ a veterinarian.
Respuesta
  • :
  • ;

Pregunta 8

Pregunta
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.
Respuesta
  • :
  • ;

Pregunta 9

Pregunta
Fill in the blank with the correct punctuation. Music is so relaxing __ I listen to it while trying to sleep.
Respuesta
  • :
  • ;

Pregunta 10

Pregunta
Fill in the blank with the correct punctuation. She'd accomplish her goal __ winning the election.
Respuesta
  • :
  • ;
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