Form 11: Colons Introducing Independent Clauses
Learn how to use colons properly when introducing an independent clause that explains the preceding statement.
Questions
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Which sentence uses a colon to introduce an independent clause that explains the preceding statement?
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A colon can link two independent clauses when:
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Identify the sentence that correctly introduces a commitment clause with a colon.
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Which sentence uses a colon correctly to explain 'simple'?
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Select the sentence that uses a colon to state a direct command clause.
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What is true about using a colon versus a semicolon between independent clauses?
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Which sentence correctly uses a colon to present a rule?
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Which option is correctly punctuated with a colon?
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Choose the sentence that correctly introduces a finding with a colon.
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Which sentence uses a colon correctly to explain 'challenge'?
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In the sentence 'She knew one thing: hard work brings results', what type of clause comes BEFORE the colon?
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Identify the sentence that correctly introduces a motivating thought with a colon.