Chapter Exercises

Chapter Exercises

This activity contains 20 questions.

A colon is used in which instance?

after a prepositional phrase at the beginning of the sentenceat the end of the sentence to introduce an example after a phrase like such asafter a verb

A colon is used in which instance?

to announce a quotation that follows an independent clausebetween a dependent clause and a phrase between items in a seriesbetween the date and the year

When using dialogue in your writing, if one person’s 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.

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

To create paragraphs in your essay response, type <p> at the beginning of the paragraph, and </p> at the end.

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.

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Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.

I purchased the supplies for the trip snacks, batteries, clothes, and tents.

semicoloncolon

Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.

Pick up all of your clothes socks, pants, shirts, and sweaters.

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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.

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Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.

My room is a rainbow of bright colors red, blue, green, and yellow.

semicoloncolon

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.

semicoloncolon

Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.

I purchased the supplies for the trip snacks, batteries, clothes, and tents.

semicoloncolon

Select the punctuation mark needed in each sentence.

Pick up all of your clothes socks, pants, shirts, and sweaters.

semicoloncolon

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