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Semicolon &
Colon (the whole thing)
Semicolon: Between Compound Sentences
Use a semicolon to join the parts of a compound sentence if no coordinating conjunction is used.
Example: The overseas operator interrupted the call; our time was up.
OR: Use a semicolon between main clauses joined by a conjunction if the clause before the conjunction contains commas.
Example: We put out sandwiches, cider, raw vegetables, and potato salad; and still we wondered if there would be enough to eat.
Semicolons: Before Certain Words
Use a semicolon before certain words (conjunctive adverbs) therefore, however, otherwise, consequently, besides, nevertheless, and moreover
Tamika is good a batting; however, her pitching is weak.
Semicolon: In a Series
Use a semicolon within parts of a series to separate the items.
Example: In the Olympics the first place winner gets a gold medal; second place, a silver medal; and third place, a bronze medal.
Colon: Introducing Lists
Use a colon to introduce a list of items
Example: The FBI investigates the following federal crimes : spying, treason, kidnapping and counterfeiting.
Colon: Letters & Time
After a greeting in a letter Example: Dear Mr. Nolan: Between numerals for time Example: 4:30 P.M.
Colon: Summary
Between two sentences when one summarizes the other
Example: It’s obvious why you’re tired: you’ve stayed up late three nights in a row.
Colon: Long Quotations
Introducing a long or formal quotation
Example: George Bernard Shaw once said: ________
Colon: Quotations
Use a colon to introduce a quote without explanatory words like he said / she asked.
Example: Christine wheeled around angrily: “You’re going to regret this decision one day!”
Your Turn! Yay!
I went to the store it was a lovely jaunt.
MLK once said I have a dream… These three cities are growing
quickly Calcutta, India San Juan Puerto Rico and Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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