Chapter Exercises
This activity contains 20 questions.
A colon is used in which instance?
after a prepositional phrase at the beginning of the sentence
at the end of the sentence to introduce an example
after a phrase like
such as
after a verb
A colon is used in which instance?
to announce a quotation that follows an independent clause
between a dependent clause and a phrase
between items in a series
between the date and the year
When using dialogue in your writing, if one persons speech goes on for several paragraphs, how should the quotation marks be used to signify this?
To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.
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To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.
Please correct the sentence below, adding punctuation and changing words as needed. Her favorite Italian foods consist of: gnocci, lasagne, and angel hair pasta with red-pepper cream sauce.
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To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.
Please correct the sentence below, adding punctuation and changing words as needed. I wake up each weekday at 7,15 a.m.: and then I eat some yogurt: I take a quick shower: I get dressed, and run out the door.
Which one of the following statements is
not
correct?
Use a colon after the words
such as
or
including
.
Use a colon to introduce a list.
Use a colon to introduce a thought.
Use a colon after an independent clause that introduces something.
Which one of the following sentences uses colons
incorrectly
?
Michelle knew what she had to do: quite her job.
The following are attractive qualities: confidence, charm, humor, and good manners.
There are two good reasons to go to college: to gain new knowledge and to be successful.
Jeremy's favorite hobbies are: fishing, skiing, and watching television.
Which one of the following sentences uses colons
incorrectly
?
The recipe called for a rare ingredient: truffles.
You should bring the following to the exam: two pencils, a bluebook, a calculator, and a dictionary.
I can think of something better to do, such as: taking a walk or reading a book.
Jarrod already knew what his answer would be: yes.
Which one of the following sentences uses colons
incorrectly
?
I left some items on the counter for you: fish food, dog food, and a key to the mailbox.
The best rides were: Superman, Colossus, and Freefall.
We need the following things at the campground: bottled water, a stove, and matches.
Henry's car was vandalized and three things were stolen: his CD case, his jacket, and his stereo.
Which one of the following sentences uses colons
incorrectly
?
Susan's desk contained: old love letters, a diary, and five dried-up ballpoint pens.
I have a great job for you: editing my new book.
Hedy found the secret to a lasting marriage: honesty.
You'll never guess who was at the company picnic: Jerry Seinfeld!
Which one of the following sentences uses colons
incorrectly
?
Your backpack must contain: bed roll, sleeping bag, camp stove, matches, canteen, mess kit, whistle, compass, emergency blanket, and first aid kit.
When I checked my grades on-line, I found that I earned good grades this quarter: A in English, A- in sociology, A- in statistics, and A in weightlifting
This restaurant serves my favorite breakfast items: eggs benedict, French toast, and breakfast burritos.
When you left, you forgot your toiletries in the bathroom: your toothbrush, your contact solution, and your razor.
Which one of the following sentences uses colons
incorrectly
?
To make good soup, add: salt, pepper, onions, and celery.
I like rock bands from the 1980s: Van Halen, Guns and Roses, White Snake, and Warrant.
Flora has a job for you: washing her car.
Guess what we're having for dinner: crab legs!
Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.
My office was filthy papers littered the floor, books covered the desk, and dust covered the shelves.
semicolon
colon
Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.
I purchased the supplies for the trip snacks, batteries, clothes, and tents.
semicolon
colon
Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.
Pick up all of your clothes socks, pants, shirts, and sweaters.
semicolon
colon
Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.
The party is becoming expensive $500 for the band, $1000 for food, and $400 for the hall.
semicolon
colon
Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.
My room is a rainbow of bright colors red, blue, green, and yellow.
semicolon
colon
Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.
My office was filthy papers littered the floor, books covered the desk, and dust covered the shelves.
semicolon
colon
Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.
I purchased the supplies for the trip snacks, batteries, clothes, and tents.
semicolon
colon
Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.
Pick up all of your clothes socks, pants, shirts, and sweaters.
semicolon
colon
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