Colons And Semicolons Quiz 12 (25 MCQs) | Global MCQ Practice 🌍
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📝 Colons And Semicolons – Quiz 12
1. Add the semicolons!I bought a pair of shiny, blue clown shoes a squeaky, red nose and a rainbow wig.
A) I bought a pair of shiny, blue clown shoes; a squeaky, red nose; and a rainbow wig.
B) I bought a pair of shiny; blue clown shoes; a squeaky; red nose; and a rainbow wig.
C) I bought a pair of shiny, blue clown shoes, a squeaky, red nose; and a rainbow wig.
D) I bought a pair of shiny, blue clown shoes:a squeaky, red nose:and a rainbow wig.
2. Fill in the blank with the correct punctuation:My mother often recites this Shakespeare quote _____ "All that glitters is not gold.".
A) ; (semicolon).
B) :(colon).
C) -(hyphen).
D) . (period).
3. Which sentence uses the semicolon correctly?.
A) The man was wet; he was standing in the rain without an umbrella.
B) The man was wet he was standing in the rain; without an umbrella.
C) The man was wet he was; standing in the rain without an umbrella.
D) None of the above.
4. Which punctuation mark do I use between independent clauses when the second clause EXPLAINS/RESTATES the meaning of the first?.
A) Colon.
B) Semicolon.
C) Comma.
D) None of the Above.
5. Is the following punctuation correct or incorrect? These one-time authors fade away; many are later forgotten.
A) Incorrect.
B) Correct.
6. Fix this sentence. Shakespeare said it best "To thine own self be true.".
A) Shakespeare said it best:"To thine own self be true.".
B) Shakespeare said it best; "To thine own self be true.".
C) Correct as is.
D) None of above.
7. In which sentence is a colon used correctly?.
A) Devon admires his uncle for two reasons:he's great at rollerblading and building treehouses.
B) Marisa:on several awards for her short stories last year.
C) Have you seen a:horse in the wild?.
D) It hardly ever snows:In California, but it's a beautiful place to live.
8. Which sentence is written correctly?.
A) The departure time for our flight is 11:17 A.M.; the plane will land in Houston at 1:04 P.M.
B) The departure time for our flight is 1117 A.M. the plane will land in Houston at 104 P.M.
C) The departure time for our flight is 11;17 A.M. the plane will land in Houston at 1;04 P.M.
D) The departure time for our flight is:11:17 A.M.:the plane will land in Houston at 1:04 P.M.
9. Which punctuation mark do I use after the salutation of a PERSONAL letter?.
A) Comma.
B) Semicolon.
C) Colon.
D) None of the Above.
10. Is the punctuation used correctly:I love science fiction books:The Arc of a Scythe series is a favorite.
A) No.
B) Yes.
11. Choose the correct sentence or sentences.
A) We sell the the parts of cars, motorcycles, and boats.
B) The sell the parts of:cars, motorcycles, and boats.
12. Correctly punctuate the sentence below with a colon (A) or a semicolon (B). Maps have many features _____ scales, legends, and symbols.
A) ; (semicolon).
B) :(colon).
13. I spent my Saturday the best way I know _____ sleeping in my warm, cozy bed.
A) How;.
B) How:.
14. In which sentence is a semicolon used correctly to join two related clauses?.
A) I'm convinced that ghosts are real; I saw a ghost in the attic yesterday.
B) My sister and I agree on many subjects but disagree on one; the existence of ghosts.
C) I saw a ghost at my cousin's house; and I screamed and ran away.
D) Ghost are definitely fake; I only like dramatic movies.
15. Which sentence is written correctly?.
A) We currently have two members in our club:Linda and Fiona.
B) Please get:eggs, milk, and bread.
16. Choose the sentence with the correct punctuation.
A) The artwork has her favorite colors:blue, purple, and green.
B) The artwork has her favorite colors; blue, purple, and green.
C) The artwork has her favorite colors. Blue, purple, and green.
D) None of above.
17. What is the correct punctuation for the following sentence:'Gary has gone to play pickleball ( _____ ) he is practicing to play in the tournament.'.
A) ,.
B) :.
C) ;.
D) .
18. I love Outlander; "Both Sides Now" is my favorite episode.
A) Incorrect.
B) Correct.
19. Fix the sentence. There are two choices at this time run away or fight.
A) There are two choices at this time:run away or fight.
B) There are two choices at this time; run away or fight.
C) Correct as is.
D) None of above.
20. In which sentence is a colon used correctly?.
A) Devon admires his uncle for two reasons:he's great at rollerblading and building treehouses.
B) Marisa:won several awards for her short stries last year.
C) Have you ever seen a:horse in the wild?.
D) It hardly ever shows:in California, but it's a beautiful place to live.
21. What is one use of a semi colon?.
A) Ending a sentences.
B) Linking two related clauses.
C) Making your work more fancy.
D) Starting a dialogue.
22. Mom I need the following items a red sweater my stamp collection and several extra pairs of socks.
A) Mom, I need the following items:a red sweater.
B) Mom; I need the following items,.
23. If you get lost in the snow, this is what you should do _____ stay where you are, make yourself warm and comfortable and wait for help.
A) Colon.
B) Semicolon.
24. Which sentence correctly uses a colon to introduce a list?(Remember a colon comes after a complete sentence).
A) After school, my club is planning the following activities:roller skating, dinner, and a movie. .
B) Don't go to:the haunted house or the corn maze.
C) Just stop:pinching, poking, and hitting me.
D) None of above.
25. Where is a semicolon needed?We couldn't focus in the last half as a result, we lost the game.
A) Game;.
B) Half;.
C) Result;.
D) Focus;.