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Which of the following correctly describes the capitalization rule for text following a colon?
Always capitalize the word or phrase following a colon.
Capitalize the word after a colon only if it's a sentence fragment.
Capitalize the word after a colon only if it's a complete sentence.
Use lowercase unless the colon is immediately followed by a proper noun.
2
Which answer displays where the colon is placed correctly in the sentence?
Karen stopped to consider: an important question did I turn the faucet off?
Karen stopped to consider an important question: Did I turn the faucet off?
Karen stopped: to consider an important question did I turn the faucet off?
Karen stopped to consider an important question did I turn the faucet off?
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Which symbol is a colon?
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;
:
'
4
Colons are used when introducing a list, an explanation, a quote, or connecting two related sentences.
False
True
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What is the primary factor determining the use of colons in the examples provided?
Punctuation rules
Sentence structure
Grammar rules
Formatting and style guides
6
Which two sentences correctly display the use of a colon? (You only have to select one)
Here is the stuff I need: nails, screws, and wood.
Stuff I need: nails, screws, and wood.
I have a lot of stuff in my closet: hats, toys, and a guitar.
I have a lot of stuff in my closet, including: hats, toys, and a guitar.
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Is the colon used correctly? Karen and her partner are really excited: They are going to Disney World!
False
True
