Choosing Between Semicolon and Colon

Questions

1. MultiChoice

   Choose the mark that introduces an explanation: 'She had one rule [?] always be polite.'

2. MultiChoice

   Choose the mark that links two equally weighted clauses: 'The wind blew [?] leaves fell.'

3. MultiChoice

   Which punctuation fits best? 'The reason was clear [?] no one was prepared.'

4. MultiChoice

   Which punctuation fits best? 'I like tea [?] my sister prefers coffee.'

5. MultiChoice

   Which mark should join: 'The cake was ruined [?] someone used salt instead of sugar'?

6. MultiChoice

   Which mark should join: 'The rain stopped [?] the game resumed'?

7. MultiChoice

   Complete with the correct mark: 'There was only one problem [?] the door was locked.'

8. MultiChoice

   Complete with the correct mark: 'The dog barked [?] the cat hissed.'

9. MultiChoice

   Which mark best fits before an explanatory clause? 'He made a choice [?] he resigned.'

10. MultiChoice

    Which mark best fits between two closely related statements? 'The snow fell heavily [?] roads were closed.'

11. MultiChoice

    Choose colon or semicolon: 'The result was announced [?] Maya had won.'

12. MultiChoice

    Choose colon or semicolon: 'Liam made dinner [?] Sarah washed the dishes.'

13. MultiChoice

    Which punctuation mark is correct? 'He revealed his secret [?] he was a wizard.'

14. MultiChoice

    Which punctuation mark is correct? 'The sun set [?] darkness fell.'

15. MultiChoice

    Select the best mark: 'The task was simple [?] follow the guide.'