Colons and Semicolons JS

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What is a colon?

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A colon (:) is a punctuation mark used to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation.

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When should a colon be used in a sentence?

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A colon should be used after an independent clause to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation.

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Provide an example of a correct use of a colon.

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Example: I need the following items: milk, bread, and eggs.

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What is a semicolon?

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A semicolon (;) is a punctuation mark used to connect closely related independent clauses.

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When should a semicolon be used in a sentence?

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A semicolon should be used to link two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

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Provide an example of a correct use of a semicolon.

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Example: I have a big test tomorrow; I can’t go out tonight.

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What is the difference between a colon and a semicolon?

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A colon introduces lists or explanations, while a semicolon connects related independent clauses.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause.

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How can you identify a list in a sentence?

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A list is often introduced by phrases like 'the following' or 'including' and is separated by commas.