Colons

Which of the following is a correct usage of a colon?

• The teacher said: the test will be difficult.

• She finished first and: got a gold medal.

• She had one goal: to win the championship.

• They walked through the park: and admired the scenery.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2

CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Which sentence uses a colon correctly?

• The movie was: interesting.

• She told me: that she loves chocolate.

• I went to the store and bought: milk, bread and eggs.

• I have one hobby: reading.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2

CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Which of the following sentences correctly uses a colon correctly?

• My favorite fruits are: apples, bananas, and cherries.

• Before you leave: make sure to turn off the lights.

• She has all the qualities of a leader: determination, courage, and integrity.

• He said he would never: forgive her.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2

CCSS.L.9-10.2B

In which sentence is the colon used properly?

• These are the ingredients for the cake: flour, sugar, eggs, and butter.

• He promised to: do his best in the competition.

• She could hear the following instruments: in the band.

• They announced the winner was: Emily.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Select the sentence that demonstrates the correct use of a colon.

• He offered a deal: if I help him with the project.

• She has three priorities in life: family, career, and travel.

• It was a complete disaster: because nothing went as planned.

• Remember to bring the following: your ID card.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2

CCSS.L.9-10.2B

In which sentence is a colon used correctly?

• Marisa won several awards: for her short stories last year.

• Have you ever seen a horse: in the wild?

• It hardly ever snows in California: but it's a beautiful place to live.

• Devon admires his uncle for two reasons: he's great at rollerblading and building treehouses.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2

CCSS.L.9-10.2B

In which sentence is a colon used correctly?

• Despite her father's warning: Trisha walked through the woods and touched poison ivy.

• Wearing long sleeves and tucking your pants into your socks: protects against poison ivy.

• You may recognize the common name of the Toxicodendron radicans: poison ivy.

• Trisha's rash from the poison ivy: looked very uncomfortable.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2

CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Choose the correct sentence.

• The sandals are available in four colors: red, blue, black, and brown.

• The available colors include: read blue, black, and brown.

• Both are correct.

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CCSS.L.9-10.1

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.2

CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Choose the correct sentence.

• Leo paused to appreciate the rare moment of calm: His sons were playing happily and dinner was in the oven.

• Leo paused to appreciate the rare moment of calm: his sons were playing happily and dinner was in the oven.

• Neither is correct.

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CCSS.L.9-10.1

CCSS.L.9-10.2

CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Choose the correct sentence.

• Prepare for a power outage by having the following supplies on hand: a flashlight, extra batteries, bottled water, and nonperishable food items.

• Prepare for a power outage by having the following supplies on hand; a flashlight extra batteries, bottled water, and non perishable food items.

• Both are correct.

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CCSS.L.9-10.1

CCSS.L.9-10.2

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

CCSS.L.9-10.2B