Lesson 13: Colons and Semicolons

Is the sentence punctuated correctly? Johnny did not want to do his homework; "This is so pointless!"

Should you use a semicolon or a colon? Yesterday, I spent the day hiking / I hope you enjoy the project today.

Which punctuation mark is NOT a semicolon or a colon?

True or False- A colon goes in between 2 independent clauses when the second connects to/further explains the first.

Is the sentence punctuated correctly? I lived in Erie, Pennsylvania; Girard, Pennsylvania, and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Should you use a semicolon or a colon? The basketball game was so intense / the final score was only 3 points apart!

Select the correct colon rule- Dear Jimmy Neutron: Hello. My name is Tammy!

Select the correct colon rule- Ms. Musich screamed at the class after the quiz: "YOU ALL GOT 100%!"

*RANDOM TRIVIA* The unicorn is the national animal of...

Where should the semicolon go? Before you start Quiz, enter your name pay attention to review for the quiz.

Should you use a semicolon or a colon? I love ice cream / Mint chocolate chip is my fave!

*RANDOM TRIVIA* What is this character's name?

Select the correct colon rule- The Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End

Is the sentence punctuated correctly? I always look forward to English class: writing TDAs are my favorite part!

True or False: In a list, you can use a semicolon between each item.