Colon and Semicolon

Which sentence shows the correct use of colon?

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

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

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

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Which sentence shows the correct use of colon?

• Attention Parents: of Grade 8

• Attention Parents of Grade: 8

• Attention: Parents of Grade 8

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Which of the following shows the correct use of colon?

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

• PS: Remember to wear a hat during the trip.

• PS Remember to wear a hat: during the trip.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

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

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

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

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

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

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

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

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

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

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

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

This sentence shows the correct use of a semicolon.

• Correct

• Incorrect

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

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

This sentence shows the correct use of a semicolon.

• Correct

• Incorrect

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

I am here; you are over there.

This sentence shows the correct use of a semicolon.

• Correct

• Incorrect

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Dear: Chairman

This phrase shows the correct use of a colon.

• Correct

• Incorrect

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

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

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

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

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

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B